Tiffin Comprehensive Plan – Updated 2018

Economic Development Yet, in order to foster a growing business community, there are always hurdles to overcome. In many cases, these hurdles are easily addressed though land use policies or simple directives from the City Council. However, some issues that are critical to economic development are equally important to other community elements such as infrastructure or transportation. These issues will be addressed throughout this comprehensive plan. Some of the difficulties Tiffin will face with regards to expanding economic development include:  Limited cross-transportation routes for the community  Water and sewer infrastructure not available along prime development areas  Lack of community identity / lack of a defined “Heart of Tiffin”  Limited funding available  Condition of national and regional economy. The following strategies will assist Tiffin in strengthening the city’s economic development potential. 1) Generate a Strategic Plan for Business Development Some challenges, such as marketing and business recruiting require more detailed planning and coordination than an overall comprehensive plan. A detailed, strategic plan will clarify goals, policies and objectives and create a work plan for implementation of economic development goals and policies. A plan identifies needed resources and can increase confidence of potential project funders or investors. City of Tiffin 2018 City of Tiffin, Comprehensive Comprehensive Plan Plan 29