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GoEDC outlines workforce, housing and childcare priorities as city seeks talent
Summary
Greater Oshkosh EDC reviewed a closing strategic plan and previewed a five-year plan emphasizing business retention, workforce development, housing and childcare. The organization highlighted recent outcomes including 146 new childcare spots and loan funds that leveraged private investment.
Trisha Rathmearl, representing Greater Oshkosh EDC, told the Oshkosh Common Council that the agency is wrapping up a strategic plan and preparing a five-year plan focused on business retention, workforce development, housing and competitive markets.
Rathmearl said GoEDC’s priorities remain retaining existing employers, supporting workforce development and addressing barriers such as childcare and transportation. She said the agency completed 24 in-depth business retention and expansion visits in 2023, had more than 400 business touch points, handled 15 custom projects, and responded to about 40 requests for information…
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