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In Episode 8 of the LorainCounty.com Business Insights Podcast, host Ed Skimin speaks with Monet Roberts, the Executive Director of the Elyria Community Partnership. They discusses the crucial mission of her organization in revitalizing Elyria by enhancing the city downtown and improving community life. 

She also explains their initiatives which include hosting events, supporting local businesses, a housing project and downtown murals. Monet emphasizes the importance of community involvement in creating a vibrant Elyria. 

She also provides insights from her unique personal journey that led to her leading Elyria Community Partnership. 

Elyria Community Partnership - Revitalizing Elyria

00:01 Introduction and Overview

00:52 Monet Roberts: The Executive Director of Elyria Community Partnership

01:00 The Mission and Objectives of Elyria Community Partnership

01:36 The History and Evolution of Elyria Community Partnership

02:15 Services and Activities of Elyria Community Partnership

02:58 The Role of Elyria Community Partnership in Business Development

03:40 Elyria Community Partnership's Housing Initiatives

04:38 Creating Vibrancy in Downtown Elyria

06:02 Funding and Support for Elyria Community Partnership

06:59 Measuring Success at Elyria Community Partnership

07:48 Monet Roberts: Personal Journey and Goals

10:40 Getting Involved with Elyria Community Partnership

11:51 Conclusion and Final Remarks