Jobs For Connecticut Now

THE FOLLOWING STATEMENT WAS MADE BY
PAUL MORAN, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, JOBS FOR NEW ENGLAND NOW,
CONCERNING THE RELEASE OF CONNECTICUT’S ECONOMIC STRATEGIC PLAN:

“The plan released this week is a first step in an ongoing assessment of Connecticut’s strategy for economic growth, especially in the area of job creation and retention. We applaud Governor Rell and the Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) for noting many items that merit emphasis, including new technologies and investment tax credits to spur business growth and new jobs.

However, this study is just a starting point in a continuing dialogue over the economic future of the state, one that will involve stakeholders such as the business community, state and local officials, and the people of Connecticut. The members of Jobs for New England Now have begun to review the contents of the study, and we expect to have further comment in the near future. We look forward to following and participating in the upcoming public hearings to help craft a roadmap for the future as we all work to reverse the disturbing trend of job loss in the state.”

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