# Economic Development Commission meeting September 15, 2026


**Body:** Walpole Media
**Date:** September 14, 2026
**Jurisdiction:** SLED

**Tags:** Construction & Infrastructure, Professional Services, Physical Infrastructure


The Economic Development Commission meeting held on September 15, 2026, primarily focused on preparations for the upcoming Main Street Live event. Representatives from the Bell Forge Art Center provided detailed updates on event logistics, including stage setup, vendor arrangements, and entertainment scheduling. Discussions included vendor types, parking logistics, and operational plans, but no specific contract awards or procurement decisions were made during the meeting. Additionally, department updates covered ongoing capital improvement projects such as stormwater management and sidewalk construction, as well as development projects including mixed-use building expansions and hotel site work. No motions related to new spending or procurement were recorded, though the commission approved previous meeting minutes by vote.

**Source:** Walpole Media