“I make economic development easy by turning city plans into real, measurable growth. With experience in zoning, permitting, and business expansion, I help businesses navigate the process smoothly while building strong relationships along the way. Cities that work with me get a knowledgeable, approachable expert who takes the stress out of economic development and helps businesses—and communities—thrive.”
Taking Care of the Current Business Environment.
Trusted. Connected. Supportive.
Let me be the go-to resource for your business community! With my expertise, I seamlessly connect business owners to the right city departments, simplifying processes and ensuring they get the support they need. I’m here to build trust, provide solutions, and help businesses thrive.
Business Retention
I help cities retain and grow businesses by implementing strategic plans, streamlining municipal processes, and building strong relationships with business owners. By connecting businesses with city resources, assisting with zoning and permitting, and leveraging funding opportunities, I make expansion and retention easier. My hands-on approach ensures businesses feel supported, engaged, and positioned for long-term success.
Simplify the Process
I help businesses navigate complex zoning, easement, and land use issues that can make the application process difficult. By using the city’s ordinances, I provide clear options to city staff and guide business owners through every step, from initial application to final approval. I assist them in understanding requirements for special use permits, variances, and other board approvals. My hands-on approach ensures businesses know the proper route to success and avoid unnecessary delays.
Attracting positive development aligned with your goals and vision.
Access to Resources and Funding
I help businesses become aware of special district funding and other financial resources offered by local governments. By leveraging my knowledge of municipal processes, I assist them in navigating these programs and guide them through the application and approval processes to ensure they can take full advantage of available funding opportunities.
Streamlining Processes Supporting Success
I simplify zoning, permitting, and land use requirements, making it easier for businesses to navigate the application process and get approvals. I build strong relationships with business owners, becoming their go-to resource and supporting them throughout the development process. With my knowledge of zoning, municipal codes, and the International Building Code, I’m able to guide businesses and help them succeed.
Targeted Growth - Community Alignment
By identifying and cataloging available commercial properties, I collaborate with local development agencies, network with key stakeholders, and engage the community to pinpoint business sectors that align with your city’s vision. This approach allows me to drive targeted, sustainable growth that supports both the local economy and long-term community goals.
“Dusty Hosna said the biggest savings for the fiscal year budget was a major drop in accounting fees. ‘The city is on pace to pay out around $40,000 this year for accounting services, a huge savings over last year’s total number of $124,000. This is due to a switch in accounting firms and more responsibilities being handled by in-house staff.”
The Leader Newspaper
October 2024
“Hosna highlighted that the recent pay increases were a result of teamwork between the Mayor, Board of Aldermen, and staff, emphasizing the value of rewarding experienced employees while attracting new talent. "Mayor Wright has been a proponent of taking care of city employees... this pay system just allows us to better take care of our officers while recruiting the best available applicants," said Hosna.”
The Leader Newspaper
February 2025
“Without their engagement on how to approach this project vision in a “win-win” approach, this development wouldn’t be coming to fruition. Hats off to Mayor Webster, all of the Aldermen, Dusty Hosna…. all the planning staff, and planning commissioners for their efforts”
Metro Wire Media - September 2021
His work in community development, strategic planning, and intergovernmental relationships helped guide the city through transformative improvements.
2021 City Administrators Annual Report
