1. W.E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research
Alternative Futures
George A. Erickcek
W.E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research
August 14, 2014

2. Outline Explore the impact of alternative futures
Multiplier impact
Increase local purchases
Increased agricultural production in the Thumb
Trucking logistics facility on I-69

3. Percent of Local Demand Supplied Locally
Source: REMI.

4. A 20 percent increase in local purchases in these industries in the I-69 Corridor
Source: REMI.

5. Increased agricultural production in the Thumb
A 10 percent annual increase in crop yields starting in 2015 from 2012 levels
Source: REMI and Department of Agriculture.

6. Increased agricultural production in the Thumb
Source: REMI.

7. Trucking Logistics Facility on I-69 Scenario
Source: REMI.

8. Economic Impact on the I-69 Corridor Counties
Source: REMI.