Final
Northern Colorado Econ. Development Council Report
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
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12:05 PM -- Northern Colorado Economic Development Council Report from Primary Employers
Mr. J.J. Johnston, Northern Colorado Economic Development Council, discussed a research project that interviewed 40 primary employers regarding the business climate of the northern Colorado area (Attachment H). The companies in general recommended that the state make it a priority to invest in education and workforce development. Also, the state should continue to fund economic development incentives and tools. He stated that the survey identified labor shortages in the future.
Senator Bacon discussed the importance of workforce development to the state's economy. Mr. Johnston discussed the decline in federal funding for financial aid and its potential negative impact on higher education. Representative Borodkin commented that recommendations from Mr. Johnston should be forwarded for the committee's final report.
12:10 PM -- Lunch Break