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Southcentral Michigan Five-Year Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy: Final Report, George Erickcek, Don Edgerly, Brian Pittelko, Claudette Robey, Bridget Timmeney Jan 2015

Southcentral Michigan Five-Year Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy: Final Report, George Erickcek, Don Edgerly, Brian Pittelko, Claudette Robey, Bridget Timmeney

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Report On Scoping The Feasibility Of Constructing An Economic Impact Model For Recreational And Conservation Projects In The State Of Michigan, George A. Erickcek Nov 2014

Report On Scoping The Feasibility Of Constructing An Economic Impact Model For Recreational And Conservation Projects In The State Of Michigan, George A. Erickcek

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Economic Impact Of Northwestern Michigan College: Final Report, George Erickcek Nov 2014

Economic Impact Of Northwestern Michigan College: Final Report, George Erickcek

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Economic Development Strategic Plan For The City Of Waco, Texas, George A. Erickcek, Don Edgerly, Brian Pittelko, Claudette Robey, Bridget Timmeney, Dennis Burnside, Claudette Robey Jun 2014

Economic Development Strategic Plan For The City Of Waco, Texas, George A. Erickcek, Don Edgerly, Brian Pittelko, Claudette Robey, Bridget Timmeney, Dennis Burnside, Claudette Robey

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Development Of An Economic And Social Dashboard For Berrien County, George A. Erickcek Oct 2013

Development Of An Economic And Social Dashboard For Berrien County, George A. Erickcek

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The Impacts Of Macomb Community College On The Economy Of Macomb County, George A. Erickcek, Kevin Hollenbeck May 2013

The Impacts Of Macomb Community College On The Economy Of Macomb County, George A. Erickcek, Kevin Hollenbeck

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Economic And Fiscal Impact Of The Proposed South Haven Community Event Center, George A. Erickcek Apr 2013

Economic And Fiscal Impact Of The Proposed South Haven Community Event Center, George A. Erickcek

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Talent 2025 Update Brief: Regional Workforce Demand And System Flows, George A. Erickcek, Brian Pittelko, Bridget Timmeney, Brad R. Watts Apr 2013

Talent 2025 Update Brief: Regional Workforce Demand And System Flows, George A. Erickcek, Brian Pittelko, Bridget Timmeney, Brad R. Watts

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An Assessment Of Eda's Partnership Planning Program, George A. Erickcek, Brad R. Watts, Larry Ledebur, Claudette Robey, Daila Shimek, Kevin O'Brien, Andrew Batson, Jim Robey, Jacob Duritsky, Kim Merik Apr 2012

An Assessment Of Eda's Partnership Planning Program, George A. Erickcek, Brad R. Watts, Larry Ledebur, Claudette Robey, Daila Shimek, Kevin O'Brien, Andrew Batson, Jim Robey, Jacob Duritsky, Kim Merik

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This report examines EDA‘s Partnership Planning Program, which consists of Economic Development Districts (EDDs) and the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategies (CEDS) they are required to create, and provides recommendations as to how the program could be improved to lead effective regional development strategic efforts.


Employer Resource Networks: What Works In Forming A Successful Ern?, Bridget Timmeney, Kevin Hollenbeck Feb 2012

Employer Resource Networks: What Works In Forming A Successful Ern?, Bridget Timmeney, Kevin Hollenbeck

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Economic Impact Of Kalamazoo College, Brad R. Watts Oct 2011

Economic Impact Of Kalamazoo College, Brad R. Watts

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Results And Recommendations Of Water And Wastewater Affordability Study, Ryan A. Breisach, George A. Erickcek, Brad R. Watts Oct 2011

Results And Recommendations Of Water And Wastewater Affordability Study, Ryan A. Breisach, George A. Erickcek, Brad R. Watts

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Economic Impact Of Various Budgetary Policy Options For The State Of Michigan To Resolve Its Budget Deficit For Fy 2004, Timothy J. Bartik, George A. Erickcek Feb 2011

Economic Impact Of Various Budgetary Policy Options For The State Of Michigan To Resolve Its Budget Deficit For Fy 2004, Timothy J. Bartik, George A. Erickcek

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The State of Michigan is facing a $925 million budget deficit in Fiscal Year 2004 which began in October 2003. This research brief summarizes the findings of an analysis of the potential economic impacts to the state's economy of the following three budgetary policy options: 1. Eliminate the deficit by cutting state spending by $925 million. 2. Raise sufficient revenues to balance the state's budget by increasing the state's personal income tax rate to an estimated 4.7 percent. 3. Delay for one year the scheduled roll back of the state's personal income tax rate from 4.0 percent to 3.9 percent. …


The Economic Impact Of Oaklawn Hospital On The Marshall Area, George A. Erickcek Nov 2010

The Economic Impact Of Oaklawn Hospital On The Marshall Area, George A. Erickcek

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Design And Economic Growth In West Michigan: Survey Findings, Brad R. Watts, George A. Erickcek Nov 2010

Design And Economic Growth In West Michigan: Survey Findings, Brad R. Watts, George A. Erickcek

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The La Crosse Promise: Economic Impact Study, George A. Erickcek Sep 2010

The La Crosse Promise: Economic Impact Study, George A. Erickcek

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The Upjohn Institute conducted an economic impact study of a universal, place-based scholarship program for La Crosse, Wisconsin. This study examines the possibility of developing a program similar to the Kalamazoo Promise for the La Crosse area. The La Crosse area is facing a population decline, growing concentrations of low-income students, an aging infrastructure in the region’s largest school district, and regional sprawl that is consuming farmland and natural assets while creating new challenges of congestion and service delivery. As a response to these issues, this study explores the potential impact of a universal, place-based scholarship program.


Industrial And Occupational Strengths And Potential In Michigan’S Economic Regions: A Description And Presentation Of A New Database, Timothy J. Bartik, George A. Erickcek, Wei-Jang Huang Sep 2010

Industrial And Occupational Strengths And Potential In Michigan’S Economic Regions: A Description And Presentation Of A New Database, Timothy J. Bartik, George A. Erickcek, Wei-Jang Huang

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This report describes a preliminary version of an Upjohn Institute database that covers the economic development potential of different industries and occupations in Michigan’s regions. The MERIOD (Michigan Economic Region Industrial and Occupational Development) database surveys specialized industries and high-growth industries in each of the fifteen metro areas. It identifies export- based industries to the six-digit NAICS level and explores recent growth trends in these industries in both the Michigan metro area and at the national level.


Economic Impact Of Pharmacia On Kalamazoo County In 2000, George A. Erickcek, Brad R. Watts Aug 2010

Economic Impact Of Pharmacia On Kalamazoo County In 2000, George A. Erickcek, Brad R. Watts

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The Economic Impact Of Oaklawn Hospital On The Marshall Area, George A. Erickcek, Brad R. Watts Aug 2010

The Economic Impact Of Oaklawn Hospital On The Marshall Area, George A. Erickcek, Brad R. Watts

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Social And Economic Indicators Typifying The Community's Health, George A. Erickcek, Bridget Timmeney, Brad R. Watts, Brian Pittelko Apr 2009

Social And Economic Indicators Typifying The Community's Health, George A. Erickcek, Bridget Timmeney, Brad R. Watts, Brian Pittelko

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Economic Impact Of Businesses Assisted By Southwest Michigan First, George A. Erickcek, Randall W. Eberts Sep 2008

Economic Impact Of Businesses Assisted By Southwest Michigan First, George A. Erickcek, Randall W. Eberts

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This report estimates the contribution to the Kalamazoo-Portage MSA's economy by businesses that have received substantial assistance from Southwest Michigan First (SMF), a private, not-for-profit economic development agency serving the greater Kalamazoo region. The report examines the trends in employment, gross regional product, and wages and salaries generated by the 105 firms that SMF staff identified as receiving substantial assistance from SMF between 2000 and 2008. The estimates extend through the year 2012 in order to capture the employment projections offered by some of the assisted firms. The study also provides upper bound estimates of the benefit-cost ratio of the …


Albion College Study: Exploring Economic Development Opportunities, George A. Erickcek, Ben Copeland Sep 2008

Albion College Study: Exploring Economic Development Opportunities, George A. Erickcek, Ben Copeland

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Calhoun County Casino Baseline Study Committee: Recommended Indicators And Baseline Data Report, George A. Erickcek, Bridget Timmeney, Brad R. Watts Jul 2008

Calhoun County Casino Baseline Study Committee: Recommended Indicators And Baseline Data Report, George A. Erickcek, Bridget Timmeney, Brad R. Watts

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Economic Impact Of Kalamazoo-Battle Creek International Airport, George A. Erickcek, Brad R. Watts Jul 2008

Economic Impact Of Kalamazoo-Battle Creek International Airport, George A. Erickcek, Brad R. Watts

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Labor Market Profile Of The Central Area Michigan Works Region, Brad R. Watts, George A. Erickcek Jun 2008

Labor Market Profile Of The Central Area Michigan Works Region, Brad R. Watts, George A. Erickcek

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Comprehensive Study Of Regionalism: Tools For Comparison And Evaluation, George A. Erickcek, Jason M. Preuss, Brad R. Watts, Kevin O'Brien, Claudette Robey, Daila Shimek, Jim Robey, Jacob Duritsky May 2008

Comprehensive Study Of Regionalism: Tools For Comparison And Evaluation, George A. Erickcek, Jason M. Preuss, Brad R. Watts, Kevin O'Brien, Claudette Robey, Daila Shimek, Jim Robey, Jacob Duritsky

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Economic Impact Of Proposed Harbor Shores Development, George A. Erickcek, Brad R. Watts Mar 2008

Economic Impact Of Proposed Harbor Shores Development, George A. Erickcek, Brad R. Watts

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Economic Dashboard Supplemental Report: Other Social And Economic Indicators, George A. Erickcek Aug 2007

Economic Dashboard Supplemental Report: Other Social And Economic Indicators, George A. Erickcek

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Flint, Michigan: Dashboard Indicators Report, George A. Erickcek Aug 2007

Flint, Michigan: Dashboard Indicators Report, George A. Erickcek

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Provides a Dashboard of Economic Indicators for the Flint, Michigan MSA.


Economic Scan And Workforce Development Profile: Barry, Branch, Calhoun, Kalamazoo, And St. Joseph Counties, Brad R. Watts, George A. Erickcek, Bridget Timmeney, Suprotik Stotz-Ghosh Jun 2007

Economic Scan And Workforce Development Profile: Barry, Branch, Calhoun, Kalamazoo, And St. Joseph Counties, Brad R. Watts, George A. Erickcek, Bridget Timmeney, Suprotik Stotz-Ghosh

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No abstract provided.