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2. What factors would help employers attract and retain quality industry workers?

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  • Resident Guidance: According to a statistically projectable survey, 58% think OV should be known for its employment opportunities. Higher paying jobs, quality employers, diversify workforce, industries of the future. 61% prioritized workforce attraction and retention. Need more services and entertainment, affordable housing options, things to do. With regards to industries, residents prioritized the following:
    • 60% prioritized entrepreneurship
    • 69% prioritized medical/health
    • 59% prioritized research/tech parks
    • 48% prioritized small office complexes. Tech/biomed employment center, tech parks
  • Existing Conditions: The key to OV’s economic development success is creating new businesses or spin-off businesses in key industries – bio-life, aerospace and defense. With limited land remaining, recruiting distribution centers, supply chain businesses, etc. is difficult.
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