The Development Ready Communities (DRC) program is designed to dramatically increase coordination on development projects between Wayne County and its local communities. The DRC is a participatory program, and requires that local units of government agree to provide certain resources and access to information to Wayne County.
One year ago, the County Executive came to me with a challenge. He wanted to build one of the most sophisticated and aggressive economic expansion and attraction programs in the United States. And one year later, the results speak for themselves.
On October 8, Wayne County's Nuisance Abatement Program celebrated its tenth anniversary at its annual event, "Rap with NAP." In addition to its anniversary, Wayne County Executive Robert Ficano and the Nuisance Abatement team celebrated the efforts of Wayne County property owners.
As many in our highly skilled workforce face a career change, Wayne County is working with the State of Michigan to smooth the transition of displaced workers through a variety of training and diversification programs. These programs are designed to assist them with professional development and with the development of strategies that will help them succeed in new economy jobs.
Wayne County's assets far outweigh its challenges. Home to a skilled workforce, first-class universities, a world-class airport and an unyielding resolve to succeed, businesses have clearly taken notice of the County's technological, geographic and economic advantages in choosing to relocate or remain here. And that's where TechTown's "FastTrac to the Future" program comes in.
Wayne County Executive Robert Ficano is very progressive when it comes to choosing his leaders and department directors, many of whom are women, and women of color. I am proud to serve in the role of Chief Development Officer for Wayne County's Economic Development Growth Engine (EDGE) while also being the mother of two children. I feel fortunate to have a career that challenges me, and a family that is there to support me on a daily basis.
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