Palm Beach County Agricultural Economic Development Program

• •The Agricultural Economic Development Program was established by the Board of County Commissioners in December 1994.
• •The program provides administrative support to the Agricultural Enhancement Council (AEC), including scheduling and agenda management.
• •The program acts as a liaison between agricultural operators and the Planning, Zoning, and Building Department.
• •Staff assist agricultural operators in navigating county permitting processes.
• •The program participates in transportation planning, specifically regarding the movement of agricultural goods.
• •The program monitors and reviews pending state and federal legislation that impacts the agricultural sector.
• •The program coordinates with various county agencies, including Engineering and Public Works, Legislative Affairs, the Business Development Board, and the Tourist Development Council.
• •The program develops GIS data and maps to support agricultural planning.
• •The program provides guidance on agritourism initiatives.
• •The Agricultural Development Coordinator is located at 559 N Military Trail, West Palm Beach, FL 33415.

The program serves as the primary county resource for agricultural operators to navigate permitting, land-use regulations, and transportation planning that directly impacts their ability to conduct business.

Patterns POLISCOPE noticed across the record. These are observations to investigate, not conclusions.