Economic Development, Nighttime Economy and the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games Committee
Committee membership
| Chair | Councillor Krista Adams |
|---|---|
| Deputy Chair | Councillor Sandy Landers |
| Shadow Chair | Councillor Jared Cassidy |
| Members | Councillor Greg Adermann Councillor Julia Dixon Councillor Steve Griffiths |
Responsibilities
The responsibilities of the Economic Development, Nighttime Economy and the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games Committee will be to:
- coordinate the whole of Council response to the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games
- oversee the implementation of projects related to Olympic and Paralympic Games venues as determined in conjunction with relevant State and Federal Governing bodies, including live sites like the Riverstage
- plan for precincts identified as Olympic and Paralympic Games sites in conjunction with other relevant Council Committees, such as the Kurilpa Sustainable Grown Precinct
- ensure that economic development opportunities of the Olympic and Paralympic Games are harnessed for the benefit of the residents of Brisbane
- enhance Brisbane’s economic position
- ensure that small business is supported with Council programs and events
- promote and integrate Brisbane’s marketing and business attraction opportunities
- promote investment in Brisbane
- manage Brisbane’s Economic Development Plan and implement its recommendations
- deliver Business Partnership Initiatives and other measures which support Brisbane business at any level of growth
- ensure the successful operation of Brisbane Economic Development Agency
- encourage new opportunities in the tourism sector
- work with the small business community to ensure Council is responsive to the needs of the sector and support the creation of local jobs
- develop strong relationships with multicultural communities of Brisbane, maintain strong relationships with our Sister Cities and maximise the benefits of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games for multicultural communities
- advance Brisbane's global positioning and international relationships with key regions to facilitate business and trade connections
- work with the business community to enhance the nighttime economy, including key precincts of the city, such as Fortitude Valley and the Central Business District.