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Emery planners note mining and small-business roles; possible Bronco Mine reopening discussed
Summary
Planners cited mining, mineral operations, agriculture and trades as Emery's economic foundation and listed major employers; Speaker 1 said Wolverine may be reopening a mine in January, and members proposed trade and apprenticeship programs tied to local employers.
The planning group reviewed Chapter 5 on economic development, which identifies Emery's economy as grounded in mining, mineral operations, agriculture and skilled trades.
Speaker 3 read a list of major employers included in the draft (Bronco Mine, SubcoMine, United Minerals, Live Earth) and the group discussed the possibility that a new owner, identified by Speaker 1 as Wolverine, may reopen mine operations as early as January. Members emphasized supporting local businesses and suggested partnering with mines and the library to create trade and apprenticeship programs for youth.
The group agreed to include goals and strategies to strengthen local businesses, encourage use of existing commercial space before new construction, coordinate with the county economic development office for grant opportunities, and host workshops or small vendor events to better map current town businesses.