Pierce County Reports & Studies

Understanding our economy and realizing your potential

The Economic Development Division helps with studies and plans that address business concerns in Pierce County. By gaining a better understanding of how local businesses affect and are affected by the regional and national economy, we can better tailor our services.

2008 ECONOMIC STIMULUS REPORT

At the request of the Pierce County Council through Resolution 2008-77s, Pierce County's Economic Development Division was directed to research and report back to Council on potential ways to stimulate the local economy.

'The Economic Stimulus Report ' investigates the policy options or actions that may impact or potentially enhance the local economy - specifically targeted to helping Pierce County businesses prosper so they can create the jobs which are the foundation of our economy.

JOB CREATION

Phase III marks the completion of the Berk and Associates final report 'Pierce County Government Economic Action Agenda' that consists of six goals with action strategies. An interdepartmental team developed a work plan and timetable for full implementation.

In 2003, Pierce County commissioned a study to evaluate how it could most effectively help the local economy as an engine of job creation. 'Evaluation of Job Creation Opportunities, Phase I Final Report.'

As a follow-up to Phase I, Pierce County commissioned a study to evaluate how the local economy fits into the regional picture. 'Pierce County Economic Profile and Strategic Assessment, Phase II Final Report.'

AGRICULTURE

Recent changes to zoning and growth management policies have gone a long way in protecting soils with high agricultural value but Pierce County recognizes that preserving farms requires more than preserving the land. The County's Agriculture Strategic Plan identifies policy options for retaining a vibrant agricultural industry. Learn more by viewing the Summary Report, the Technical Appendicies or the Phase I Report from American Farmland Trust.

PROSPERITY PARTNERSHIP

The Prosperity Partnership is creating a bold new action strategy to ensure the Puget Sound regional economy flourishes. It is the first time that government, business and community leaders from throughout the central Puget Sound counties have worked together on a regional unified economic agenda.

The Prosperity Partnership's shared goal is two-fold: long-term economic prosperity and 100,000 new jobs for the central Puget Sound region.

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