Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee was established in 2024 with the purpose of implementing the Economic Development section of the Master Plan. Comprised of 7 members appointed by the Select Board, the Committee will include members with expertise in real estate, business, finance, farming, planning, historic preservation, construction, conservation, and land use.  

Responsibilities of the Committee Include:

• Identify opportunities to establish additional businesses within the community consistent with the Town’s character.
• Identify best areas of Town to locate businesses.
• Outlining the types of businesses that would build upon the strengths of the community such as cafes, farm- to-table restaurants, country stores, farm stands, antique shops and artist lofts.
• Seek input from current business owners to assist the Committee in understanding both the assets and liabilities, from a business owner’s perspective, in doing business in Dunstable.
• Pursue the development of design guidelines for Dunstable Center to emphasize the historic significance of the community and attract the types of businesses that would thrive in this environment.
• Review necessary changes to the zoning bylaw to allow businesses such as bed and breakfast facilities and restaurants.
• Work with the Agricultural Commission and local farms to develop a list of existing farms and their goods and services, and help promote the products available through Dunstable farms.
• Promote the use of recreational areas for nature tours, environmental studies and cross-country skiing to provide additional incentive for visitors to support small businesses in Dunstable.