Short Term Action

• Increase political action efforts on behalf of economic and community development for Columbia County
• Employ SAU students for on-the-job training
• Encourage patronage of local businesses for goods and services

Medium Term Action

• Find ways to support working families to improve job performance and retention
• Develop technical skills training and high-tech business opportunities
• Encourage youth and adult workers to participate in advanced job training opportunities

Long Term Action

• Develop plans for usage of vacant buildings for businesses
• Recruit and retain large and small industries for diverse economic growth