The Legislative Assembly finds that:

1. (1) There is a need for a statewide inventory of sites that are planned and zoned for industrial or traded sector uses and are ready for development;
2. (2) There is a need to improve coordination among local, regional and state agencies with respect to economic development programs, planning and policy; and
3. (3) There is a need for additional methodologies and guidance to assist local governments in economic development planning.

[2003 c.800 §10]