Jul 28, 2026Strategic plan
Region I Planning & Development Council Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy 2026
This document serves as an annual update to the Region I Planning & Development Council's Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy for southern West Virginia, focusing on 2026. It outlines a strategic framework for regional economic resilience, community investment, and shared prosperity across six counties. The plan aims to create jobs, foster diversified economies, and improve living conditions by addressing key areas such as community facilities and services, economic development, environmental protection, human resources, transportation, government, energy, and housing. It identifies challenges, resources, goals, objectives, and action plans for ongoing development.