What the
Governor’s Talking about Today
Tuesday, October 26,
2010
Governor Announces
Historic Investment in Michigan
The governor today announced a historic $2.1 billion
investment by companies in Michigan, creating more than 6,000 new job
opportunities for workers in the state and retaining more than 216,000
jobs.
The Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) is
helping 16 companies grow in Michigan and backing one brownfield
redevelopment project. Included are major investments by Ford, General
Motors and Chrysler, guaranteeing the auto industry’s long-term future in
Michigan. Combined, the projects are
expected to create 6,182 total new jobs, retain 216,420 jobs and generate $2.1
billion in new investment in the state.
Here’s the link to the full press
release:
http://www.michigan.gov/gov/0,1607,7-168--245996--,00.html
Key messages:
- While we are
focused on diversifying our economy into new sectors, manufacturing and
advanced manufacturing remain an important part of our economy and we are
committed to ensuring that Michigan remains the home to auto manufacturing in
North America.
- This historic
investment means thousands of new jobs for our state and the retention of tens
of thousands more. Our continuing efforts to bring new investment and
jobs to Michigan are paying
dividends.
- From
new-to-Michigan companies to automotive leaders who have called Michigan home for
decades, our innovative economic development tools are providing a framework
that makes a strong business case for future
investments.
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