Vagim on economic development
A good way to generate jobs is remove layers of government. Often a community interest group or entities such as redevelopment or the city itself stand in the way of those trying to create businesses and jobs. Many times the different agencies don’t line up on requirements and leave an entrepreneur standing alone attempting to puzzle together how to proceed. Business shouldn’t have to face a public gauntlet.
Once again, the city’s debt decreases the funds that could go to livability issues which in turn attract businesses. A city strapped with debt won’t be in a position to attract new businesses and create job growth. Rampant crime sends the wrong message to outsiders considering locating to Fresno – so does debt. A decrease in city debt, and government interference in the job market, will help economic development.