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Economic Impact Analysis of the Proposed Amendment 4
The Washington Economics Group estimated the impacts of the passage of Amendment 4 on Florida’s economy based on the expected negative effects on employment (jobs), Labor Income, Florida Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and federal, state and local tax revenues.
Click here to read their report, prepared on January 21, 2010.
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Q and A on the Proposed Local Business Tax in Manatee County
A coalition of business leaders representing thousands of businesses in Manatee County is encouraging Manatee County government to adopt a local business tax and apply the funds exclusively to attracting jobs for Manatee County residents. Manatee County commissioners are scheduled to consider a draft ordinance for the tax on March 16.
Click here for more information.
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Economic Forecast Breakfast Results
The Manatee Economic Development Council's recent Economic provided insights on local, regional and national economic trends. The slides of Dr. Hank Fishkind's presentation are now available.
With more than 20 years of experience in economic analysis and forecasting, Fishkind is widely regarded as one of Florida's premier economists and financial advisors.
News Stories from the Event:
The Bradenton Herald
Manatee Herald Tribune