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Rochester Area Economic Development tells Kasson City Council region growing fast, housing gap persists
Summary
John Wade of Rochester Area Economic Development told the council the four‑county MSA grew about 6.7% in employment through June, creating nearly 7,000 jobs, and said the region faces a housing shortfall of roughly 10,000 units; RAED plans a $20,000 regional study to guide city planning and support services.
John Wade, president of Rochester Area Economic Development, told the Kasson City Council that the four‑county metropolitan area has seen rapid job growth and substantial development that is straining housing supply and local services.
Wade said the region grew roughly 6.7% in employment through June — nearly 7,000 new…
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