The Legislative Assembly finds that:
(1) There is a need for a statewide inventory of sites that are planned and zoned for industrial or traded sector uses and are ready for development;
(2) There is a need to improve coordination among local, regional and state agencies with respect to economic development programs, planning and policy; and
(3) There is a need for additional methodologies and guidance to assist local governments in economic development planning. [2003 c.800 §10]