IGTIGT Phase I Summary Statements - Draft 2/18/11

Summary Number: 37
 
Value education as a means to improve the economic environment of the region
 
 "A better educated community is better off economically and less dependent on government."
 "A good education is important for our long term economic sustainability."
 "A good education attracts investment to the community."
 "Without a quality public school system new companies with high paying jobs won't come here�"
 "We cannot attract industry or attract people here to expand our economy if our educational system is not improved."
 "Support for education is a key to having a vibrant economic future. Having an educated workforce is an economic driver and should be a high priority."