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As our workforce ages, employers are developing proactive strategies to ensure long-term sustainability. The BEDC recently hosted a panel of industry leaders to discuss workforce trends and creative solutions. We were joined by: Kendall Glavash, Smithville Vice President of Human Resources; Kent Rodgers, CarDon President and CEO; and Kristopher Subler,...
Our people are our strength. Monroe County is a hub on the innovation and talent corridor that runs from Indianapolis to NSWC Crane, at the crossroads of thec orridor that connects Brown County to Owen County. Over 93,000 individuals working in Monroe County. While roughly 17% of Monroe County’s workforce...
Communitiesleverage planning and zoning to anticipate future needs and adapt to demographic and economicchanges. Comprehensive plans with zoning codes, maps, and ordinances guide development andregulate a community’s land use. This ensures land is used in ways that are consistent with acommunity's vision and goals for growth, safety, and quality of...
Monroe County Development Ordinance: White Paper
Sep 24 2024Executive SummaryCommunities thrive when they have a shared vision, lean into their strengths and coordinate investments in those areas. The Monroe County Development Ordinance (CDO) is an essential cornerstone for our community’s prosperity. The CDO is a tool for aligning land use, buildings, infrastructure and development processes that meet community...
As seen in the Herald Times - September 2024By Jennifer Pearl, President, Bloomington Economic Development CorporationOur people are our strength. Monroe County is a hub on the innovation and talent corridor that runs from Indianapolis to NSWC Crane, at the crossroads of the corridor that connects Brown County to Owen...
Bloomington Economic Development Corporation Unveils 2024-2026 Strategic Plan to Drive Economic Vitality
Sep 10 2024What levers can we pull as a community to ensure we have a vibrant economy that serves our neighbors? The Bloomington Economic Development Corporation (BEDC) recently launched its 2024-2026 Strategic Plan as a roadmap to bolster economic vitality in Monroe County,Bloomington, and Ellettsville. Our vision is to catalyze the local...
The 2024-2026 BEDC Strategic Plan charts a path toward economic vitality and growth in Monroe County, Bloomington, and Ellettsville. It is guided by the BEDC’s vision to be the economic catalyst for a prosperous resilient community. Our mission is to drive innovative economic development practices that advance our community’s competitive...
The following update on our local economy was presented at the BEDC’s State of the Bloomington Regional Economy on June 20 by Andrew Butters, Associate Professor and Blanche “Peg” Philpott Faculty Fellow at the Indiana University Kelley School of Business . A full recording of the meeting, which featured Indiana’s...
Monroe County is moving through an era that reflects the national trend of an aging population. The County added just over 5,000 people aged 65+ from 2012-2022, with a relatively flat overall population (Source: US Census S2301 employment status table). Projections by the Indiana Business Research Center (IBRC) at Indiana...
The following update on our local economy was presented at the BEDC’s State of the Bloomington Regional Economy on June 20 by Andrew Butters, Associate Professor and Blanche “Peg” Philpott Faculty Fellow at the Indiana University Kelley School of Business. A full recording of the meeting, which featured Indiana’s gubernatorial...
As you navigate through this period of change, please know that you are not alone. The purpose of this booklet, "Your Next Chapter: A Guide to Employment & Navigating Transition," is to provide you with immediate support and guidance during this time of transition. The sections are: Access emergency resources if...
