Economic Development
This team works to unpack community strengths and challenges and find ways to connect resources in the economic realm of the County.
What does being a "Good Business Citizen" mean to you? Is it a business that donates to local charities? One that volunteers at community events? Or maybe it’s the shop that always remembers your name when you visit?
Vision Iron County’s Economic Development Team wants your input! Now through October 24th, scan the QR code to complete a quick survey. Your responses will help shape a letter for current and future businesses, guiding them on what it means to be a Good Business Citizen in Iron County.
Share what matters most to you and help us build a stronger, more connected community!
Resources
Looking for workers with skills specialized to fit your needs? Check out Southwest Technical College's Custom Fit program
MISU (Manufactured in Southern Utah) unifies manufacturers by encouraging, promoting, and supporting the manufacturing environment and industrial growth of Southern Utah. Follow the arrow below to learn more.
Interested in learning about The Great Resignation in Southern Utah? Follow this link and click on the research button.
Check out our County Labor Force Profile from the Department of Workforce Services
Here is an Iron County Economic Snapshot from the Department of Workforce Services
Goals
Preserve the uniqueness of the area
Enhance the community
Increase the median wage
Maintain quality of life
Trending Topics
Need to increase and appeal to workforce
Need to supply affordable housing for workforce
Need to increase education with PLC background
- machinist training
- engineer training
- MISU- Made in Southern Utah
Tourism and hospitality play a key role in the County's economy
Self help projects- neighbor effort for new home buyers
Home-based businesses
Meetings
Real Estate & Housing: What's Happening Iron County?
date: April 18th, 2024
time: 11:30am-1pm
Location: Courtyard by Marriott
1294 S Interstate Dr, Cedar City
(To Register, Click -> Cedar City Chamber)
Affiliated Community Groups
Utah Farm Bureau
Team Members
McKennan Hansen
Insurance Agent, Farm Bureau Financial Services Agriculture/Business/Personal
