St. Clair County’s Board of Commissioners held a workshop on Thursday to address conflicts with the Economic Development Alliance (EDA). The meeting highlighted residents’ split opinions on the importance of the nonprofit. Some residents, mostly from smaller townships, criticized the EDA for a lack of transparency and unwanted projects. Others supported the EDA for its role in attracting jobs and investment. The county commission had paused funding for the EDA, sparking debate on its future. A second workshop is set for tomorrow.
Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet
