Unemployment -- Anything more than a 7-8% unemployment figure is unacceptable.  Jobs must be developed to keep up with our increasing population.
 
- Income  -  Diversify our agriculture-based economy to meet income requirements of a growing population.
  - Industrial Parks - Fast-track development of Roeding Industrial Park. Increase number of industrial parks.
  - Redevelopment Agency - Strengthen redevelopment agency. Consider tie-ins with similar Fresno County initiatives.
  - Economic Development Corporation - Increase base funding and provide more incentive money for EDC to attract businesses. Develop high profile advertising. Make better use of Fresno's economic development Web Site.
  - Families - Without violating the separation of church and state, consider how Fresno can encourage area churches and volunteer organizations to better deliver services for struggling families.
  
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