Cruising to 2021
How Did We Get Here? Economic Opportunities of the Gordie How International Trade Crossing Michigan Main Street … The I-75 Corridor Plan Study – Study – Study
Current Market Conditions & Future Opportunities What is Monroe’s current economic conditions today? What industries does Monroe County need to attract to remain economically competitive? What steps does Monroe County need to take to ensure economic competiveness?
Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Prepare for Investment Enhance the Local Image and Brand Improve Workforce Development and Education Grow Monroe as a Logistics Gateway Improve the Local Qualify of Life and Strengthen Tourism Opportunities Grow Strategically
Grow Monroe as a Logistics Gateway Improve infrastructure (roads, overpasses) to accommodate future growth and development Expand warehousing and distribution sites Build on existing assets, including: Port of Monroe I-75 Priority Development Sites Rail Infrastructure Proximity of key population and manufacturing centers Become and innovator in smart technology
Priority Development Areas Into the Weeds Site Certificate Ready Technology – Technology – Technology
Project Management Platform PMP Design PMP Implementation PMP Check In
Goals and Objectives New 100,000 SF manufacturing/warehouse space within 5 years Increase number of jobs by 10% within 5 years to 44,000 Increase weekly earnings by 10% within 5 years to $1092 Increase number of post secondary educational successes to 60%