An economicslowdown that began five years ago, overwashed by Superstorm Sandy, has led area business leaders to form the Regional Business Development Council to devise a “2020 Vision” to promote vitality.

The Southern Ocean County Chamber of Commerce launched the council, which has completed its first year of research. Its report is scheduled for fall 2015. The name “2020 Vision” is a play on words noting the year to which goals are directed.