On June 13, 2018, The Saratoga County Prosperity Partnership, the county’s designated economic development agency, unveiled its inaugural Saratoga County Cultural Index, which reveals that arts and cultural organizations are a significant economic force in Saratoga County – generating more than $80 million in annual economic impact, directly employing over 1,600 people, and serving nearly 6.8 million patrons, including many tourists attracted to the county.
The collective results portray a robust arts and cultural sector in Saratoga County, including:
• Expenditures on goods and services (by institutions): $27.2 million
• Expenditures on goods and services (by audiences): $22.2 million
• Revenue to organizations (including all sources): $26.3 million
• Local government revenue generated: $2.1 million
• State government revenue generated: $2.5 million
• Total salaries paid to direct employees: $7.1 million
• Total household income of direct employees: $32.6 million
Data Strategy Action: Building Actionable PlansAileen Murray
A presentation to the Economic Developers Association of Canada 2019 Annual Conference.
Data mining and meticulous review isn’t for everyone, but when the right person is on the job and the data is brought to the surface, this careful research provides an invaluable opportunity. With the right collection of data, a creative and customized strategy can be built. Building strategy based on data is greater than building strategy based on assumption. The Town of Saugeen Shores, a community with a population of 14,000, on the shore of Lake Huron in Ontario, the Economic Development Strategic Plan provides recommendations and actions toward short and long term goals. Saugeen Shores is implementing a plan based on data and are seeing results.
2017 Liberty County Chamber of Commerce Hinesville City Council UpdateLCpublicrelations
A quick synopsis of what the Liberty County Chamber has been busy doing this past year to benefit the community. Get a briefing on who is involved, what we are involved in, how we function and what services we provide.
The development of mountain biking, MTB and other cycling in the Western Cape Province of South Africa. Presentation by Judy Lain of Wesgro, uploaded with her permission. http://wesgro.co.za/
On June 13, 2018, The Saratoga County Prosperity Partnership, the county’s designated economic development agency, unveiled its inaugural Saratoga County Cultural Index, which reveals that arts and cultural organizations are a significant economic force in Saratoga County – generating more than $80 million in annual economic impact, directly employing over 1,600 people, and serving nearly 6.8 million patrons, including many tourists attracted to the county.
The collective results portray a robust arts and cultural sector in Saratoga County, including:
• Expenditures on goods and services (by institutions): $27.2 million
• Expenditures on goods and services (by audiences): $22.2 million
• Revenue to organizations (including all sources): $26.3 million
• Local government revenue generated: $2.1 million
• State government revenue generated: $2.5 million
• Total salaries paid to direct employees: $7.1 million
• Total household income of direct employees: $32.6 million
Data Strategy Action: Building Actionable PlansAileen Murray
A presentation to the Economic Developers Association of Canada 2019 Annual Conference.
Data mining and meticulous review isn’t for everyone, but when the right person is on the job and the data is brought to the surface, this careful research provides an invaluable opportunity. With the right collection of data, a creative and customized strategy can be built. Building strategy based on data is greater than building strategy based on assumption. The Town of Saugeen Shores, a community with a population of 14,000, on the shore of Lake Huron in Ontario, the Economic Development Strategic Plan provides recommendations and actions toward short and long term goals. Saugeen Shores is implementing a plan based on data and are seeing results.
2017 Liberty County Chamber of Commerce Hinesville City Council UpdateLCpublicrelations
A quick synopsis of what the Liberty County Chamber has been busy doing this past year to benefit the community. Get a briefing on who is involved, what we are involved in, how we function and what services we provide.
The development of mountain biking, MTB and other cycling in the Western Cape Province of South Africa. Presentation by Judy Lain of Wesgro, uploaded with her permission. http://wesgro.co.za/
Guesthouse in springs | Nest and Rest | Accommodation in South AfricaGhazanfar Ali
Guesthouse in Springs Exclusive Lodge, Johannesburg Best Accommodation in Gauteng South Africa Enjoy Friendly Staff at a reserve and quite Guesthouse Free Wifi, Swimming Pool, Secured Parking
Growth: What our region thinks and how we need to talk about itGene Duvernoy
Gene Duvernoy, President of Forterra, presents hot-off-the-press findings from research by a national research firm, designed to help our region’s leaders create communications that meaningfully speak to people’s values and priorities thereby compelling them to care more, invest more and act more in issues of smart growth and healthy density in our region.
Jaime Claudio from Discover Long Island explains to us how tourism marketing impacts the profitability and productivity of small businesses and explains what we can do to benefit from tourism marketing.
5 Strategies to Leverage Tourism Marketing for Economic DevelopmentAtlas Advertising
266 Million – The number of jobs that were supported by the travel and tourism industry.*
Over the decades, tourism has experienced continued growth and has become one of the fastest growing economic sectors in the world. But how can you best leverage modern tourism marketing and promotion to drive change and growth for your community? How can you best leverage your community’s assets to solve an economic challenge?
Speaker opens with inspiring personal survival story and then shares business cases that have bucked the trend for sluggish economy and recession to succeed.
Alex Naar, Director of Sustainable Tourism Outreach at East Carolina University's Center for Sustainable Tourism, talks about the growth of eco-tourism, nationally and in North Carolina, and about his office’s programs to enhance that growth.
Eastern Kentucky Comprehensive Adventure Tourism Plan Berea College
In an effort to assist in the development of the local civic capacity to create economic activity, the Kentucky Department of Tourism, through a grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) commissioned the development of a Comprehensive Adventure Tourism Plan for Eastern Kentucky.
The purpose of the plan is to evaluate distressed counties in eastern Kentucky in order to develop the local civic capacity to plan for and maximize the regional impact of the emerging adventure tourism industry.
The outcome of the plan is to identify and document the existing resources, assets, and opportunities available for adventure activities and establish a strategy for developing a more substantial adventure tourism market. In addition, the planning process will help to develop organizational resources to support ongoing coordination and implementation to expand on the opportunities. Finally, this plan will quantify the physical, economic, financial and liability issues to support effective decision-making for future investment and priority action plan development.
Guesthouse in springs | Nest and Rest | Accommodation in South AfricaGhazanfar Ali
Guesthouse in Springs Exclusive Lodge, Johannesburg Best Accommodation in Gauteng South Africa Enjoy Friendly Staff at a reserve and quite Guesthouse Free Wifi, Swimming Pool, Secured Parking
Growth: What our region thinks and how we need to talk about itGene Duvernoy
Gene Duvernoy, President of Forterra, presents hot-off-the-press findings from research by a national research firm, designed to help our region’s leaders create communications that meaningfully speak to people’s values and priorities thereby compelling them to care more, invest more and act more in issues of smart growth and healthy density in our region.
Jaime Claudio from Discover Long Island explains to us how tourism marketing impacts the profitability and productivity of small businesses and explains what we can do to benefit from tourism marketing.
5 Strategies to Leverage Tourism Marketing for Economic DevelopmentAtlas Advertising
266 Million – The number of jobs that were supported by the travel and tourism industry.*
Over the decades, tourism has experienced continued growth and has become one of the fastest growing economic sectors in the world. But how can you best leverage modern tourism marketing and promotion to drive change and growth for your community? How can you best leverage your community’s assets to solve an economic challenge?
Speaker opens with inspiring personal survival story and then shares business cases that have bucked the trend for sluggish economy and recession to succeed.
Alex Naar, Director of Sustainable Tourism Outreach at East Carolina University's Center for Sustainable Tourism, talks about the growth of eco-tourism, nationally and in North Carolina, and about his office’s programs to enhance that growth.
Eastern Kentucky Comprehensive Adventure Tourism Plan Berea College
In an effort to assist in the development of the local civic capacity to create economic activity, the Kentucky Department of Tourism, through a grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) commissioned the development of a Comprehensive Adventure Tourism Plan for Eastern Kentucky.
The purpose of the plan is to evaluate distressed counties in eastern Kentucky in order to develop the local civic capacity to plan for and maximize the regional impact of the emerging adventure tourism industry.
The outcome of the plan is to identify and document the existing resources, assets, and opportunities available for adventure activities and establish a strategy for developing a more substantial adventure tourism market. In addition, the planning process will help to develop organizational resources to support ongoing coordination and implementation to expand on the opportunities. Finally, this plan will quantify the physical, economic, financial and liability issues to support effective decision-making for future investment and priority action plan development.
Utah Governor's Office of Economic Development presents new programs that can help small businesses with the challenges of staying open during Covid 19.
Presentation made by Steve Maddox, Edge Homes on what we can expect the housing market to look like in the near future. He addressed this topic for Wasatch Front counties.
What is the point of small housing associations.pptxPaul Smith
Given the small scale of housing associations and their relative high cost per home what is the point of them and how do we justify their continued existance
Russian anarchist and anti-war movement in the third year of full-scale warAntti Rautiainen
Anarchist group ANA Regensburg hosted my online-presentation on 16th of May 2024, in which I discussed tactics of anti-war activism in Russia, and reasons why the anti-war movement has not been able to make an impact to change the course of events yet. Cases of anarchists repressed for anti-war activities are presented, as well as strategies of support for political prisoners, and modest successes in supporting their struggles.
Thumbnail picture is by MediaZona, you may read their report on anti-war arson attacks in Russia here: https://en.zona.media/article/2022/10/13/burn-map
Links:
Autonomous Action
http://Avtonom.org
Anarchist Black Cross Moscow
http://Avtonom.org/abc
Solidarity Zone
https://t.me/solidarity_zone
Memorial
https://memopzk.org/, https://t.me/pzk_memorial
OVD-Info
https://en.ovdinfo.org/antiwar-ovd-info-guide
RosUznik
https://rosuznik.org/
Uznik Online
http://uznikonline.tilda.ws/
Russian Reader
https://therussianreader.com/
ABC Irkutsk
https://abc38.noblogs.org/
Send mail to prisoners from abroad:
http://Prisonmail.online
YouTube: https://youtu.be/c5nSOdU48O8
Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/libertarianlifecoach/episodes/Russian-anarchist-and-anti-war-movement-in-the-third-year-of-full-scale-war-e2k8ai4
Many ways to support street children.pptxSERUDS INDIA
By raising awareness, providing support, advocating for change, and offering assistance to children in need, individuals can play a crucial role in improving the lives of street children and helping them realize their full potential
Donate Us
https://serudsindia.org/how-individuals-can-support-street-children-in-india/
#donatefororphan, #donateforhomelesschildren, #childeducation, #ngochildeducation, #donateforeducation, #donationforchildeducation, #sponsorforpoorchild, #sponsororphanage #sponsororphanchild, #donation, #education, #charity, #educationforchild, #seruds, #kurnool, #joyhome
Canadian Immigration Tracker March 2024 - Key SlidesAndrew Griffith
Highlights
Permanent Residents decrease along with percentage of TR2PR decline to 52 percent of all Permanent Residents.
March asylum claim data not issued as of May 27 (unusually late). Irregular arrivals remain very small.
Study permit applications experiencing sharp decrease as a result of announced caps over 50 percent compared to February.
Citizenship numbers remain stable.
Slide 3 has the overall numbers and change.
Up the Ratios Bylaws - a Comprehensive Process of Our Organizationuptheratios
Up the Ratios is a non-profit organization dedicated to bridging the gap in STEM education for underprivileged students by providing free, high-quality learning opportunities in robotics and other STEM fields. Our mission is to empower the next generation of innovators, thinkers, and problem-solvers by offering a range of educational programs that foster curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking.
At Up the Ratios, we believe that every student, regardless of their socio-economic background, should have access to the tools and knowledge needed to succeed in today's technology-driven world. To achieve this, we host a variety of free classes, workshops, summer camps, and live lectures tailored to students from underserved communities. Our programs are designed to be engaging and hands-on, allowing students to explore the exciting world of robotics and STEM through practical, real-world applications.
Our free classes cover fundamental concepts in robotics, coding, and engineering, providing students with a strong foundation in these critical areas. Through our interactive workshops, students can dive deeper into specific topics, working on projects that challenge them to apply what they've learned and think creatively. Our summer camps offer an immersive experience where students can collaborate on larger projects, develop their teamwork skills, and gain confidence in their abilities.
In addition to our local programs, Up the Ratios is committed to making a global impact. We take donations of new and gently used robotics parts, which we then distribute to students and educational institutions in other countries. These donations help ensure that young learners worldwide have the resources they need to explore and excel in STEM fields. By supporting education in this way, we aim to nurture a global community of future leaders and innovators.
Our live lectures feature guest speakers from various STEM disciplines, including engineers, scientists, and industry professionals who share their knowledge and experiences with our students. These lectures provide valuable insights into potential career paths and inspire students to pursue their passions in STEM.
Up the Ratios relies on the generosity of donors and volunteers to continue our work. Contributions of time, expertise, and financial support are crucial to sustaining our programs and expanding our reach. Whether you're an individual passionate about education, a professional in the STEM field, or a company looking to give back to the community, there are many ways to get involved and make a difference.
We are proud of the positive impact we've had on the lives of countless students, many of whom have gone on to pursue higher education and careers in STEM. By providing these young minds with the tools and opportunities they need to succeed, we are not only changing their futures but also contributing to the advancement of technology and innovation on a broader scale.
This session provides a comprehensive overview of the latest updates to the Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (commonly known as the Uniform Guidance) outlined in the 2 CFR 200.
With a focus on the 2024 revisions issued by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), participants will gain insight into the key changes affecting federal grant recipients. The session will delve into critical regulatory updates, providing attendees with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate and comply with the evolving landscape of federal grant management.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the rationale behind the 2024 updates to the Uniform Guidance outlined in 2 CFR 200, and their implications for federal grant recipients.
- Identify the key changes and revisions introduced by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) in the 2024 edition of 2 CFR 200.
- Gain proficiency in applying the updated regulations to ensure compliance with federal grant requirements and avoid potential audit findings.
- Develop strategies for effectively implementing the new guidelines within the grant management processes of their respective organizations, fostering efficiency and accountability in federal grant administration.
Jennifer Schaus and Associates hosts a complimentary webinar series on The FAR in 2024. Join the webinars on Wednesdays and Fridays at noon, eastern.
Recordings are on YouTube and the company website.
https://www.youtube.com/@jenniferschaus/videos
MHM Roundtable Slide Deck WHA Side-event May 28 2024.pptx
Kane County Highlights
1.
2. Economic Snapshot
• TRCC 81.84% of LY YTD
• 1% Sales Tax 104.34% of LY YTD
• Optional ¼% Sales Tax 101.6% of LY YTD
• TRT 79.16% of LY YTD
September 2020 Kane County Record Collection for TRT
• New Building Permits-204 so far this year. 2019 was 201 Total.
• School Enrollment is up
• Kane County has already surpassed 2019 New Building Permits
3.
4. What is Tourism?
Tourism is
Importing
Money
Tourism is the
front door to
Economic
Development
for other
industries
Tourism
accounts for
over 43% of
the jobs in
Kane County.
3rd most
tourism-
dependent
economy in
Utah*
*Kem C. Gardener
Policy Institute UofU
5. Kane County Office of
Tourism
Officially, we are a DMO —
Destination Marketing Organization
Unofficially, we are DDMMO —
Destination Development,
Management and Marketing
Organization.
We do more than promote/market, we
improve and protect the destination
and leverage our visitor economy for
local benefit.
6. Destination Development
East Zion Initiative
VC station
Trails
Shuttle
New Visitor Center
The Wave lottery-
Co-op with Pub.
Lands to assist with
demands
(staffing/facility)
The Kanab Center Trails Development
Encourage and
promote new
businesses
Events to compliment
seasonality
Wayfinding Signs
North Rim Grand
Canyon –expand the
season
7. Destination Management
Protect the resources—like a National Park
Disperse visitors geographically and seasonally:
Adventure Maps
Trail development
Trails App
Ad campaigns that disperse seasonally
Booking engine to book tours and lodging
Events that drive visitation in our low spots
Going after key international winter markets
Extending season of North Rim
8. Quality not Quantity
UOT Red Emerald Initiative:
• Long-term sustainable tourism growth
• Protecting the resident and visitor experience
Kane County “Stay a Little Longer” Initiative
• Rather than more visitors, fewer visitors that stay
longer, spend more, go off the beaten path and
connect with locals.
10. Tourism Strategy through Covid
• The local Tourism Office went very nuclear (focusing on the core) on marketing when the world was
shutting down.
• They focused first on keeping the morale up locally through several economic stimulus campaigns.
• They created a local initiative to create a culture of safety- Above and Beyond.
• Pushed to go “Green” with the State. Kane County was first to open up on June 12th.
• Positioning: No Crowds, Low Case Counts, Culture of Safety, Wide Open Spaces with Magical Outdoor
destinations.
• They started to expand regionally to the close day-trip markets: St. George and Cedar City.
• Then they expanded to our top drive, over-night markets: Las Vegas and Wasatch Front
• We have had major outdoor events since going green and we are still one of the few places hosting
events regularly.
• They did more micro-campaigns with adaptive audiences as more areas were opening up.
• Seizing opportunities- Music Festival and the RMPRA Finals.
11. The Good News
Recovering from COVID Impacts
Strategy Matters
We went from
being down 44%
to 22%
In August we had
the highest TRT
collections in a
month since 2017
We Expect to have
an even stronger
September!
#KaneCountyStrong
12. Tourism Economy
• Tourism is Economic Development.
• We import money, tax our visitors and save our residents money in
taxes every year.
• We capitalize on a visitor economy to benefit our residents!
• Because of TRT, each household in the State saves $1100-$1400 every
year in taxes that they would otherwise have to pay for services and
infrastructure paid for by taxes from tourists.
14. Key Elements
• East Zion Visitor Center
• Public Transit System
• Road Infrastructure
• Private Development
• Trails
• Branding and Marketing
15.
16.
17.
18.
19. Utah Population Distribution Percent
by Sex and Age
4.4
8.8
8.2
7.6
6.8
5.2
4.7
2.9
1.4
0.5
4.1
8.3
7.9
7.3
6.5
5.1
4.8
3.2
1.7
0.7
10 8 6 4 2 0 2 4 6 8 10
Under 5
5 to 14
15 to 24
25 to 34
35 to 44
45 to 54
55 to 64
65 to 74
75 to 84
Over 85
Male
Female
20. Kane County Population Distribution
Percent by Sex and Age
3.3
6.5
6.6
5.7
5.5
5.1
6.9
6.7
3.5
0.8
2.4
6.3
5.5
5.4
4.7
6.1
8.3
7.1
2.3
1.4
10 8 6 4 2 0 2 4 6 8 10
Under 5
5 to 14
15 to 24
25 to 34
35 to 44
45 to 54
55 to 64
65 to 74
75 to 84
Over 85
Male
Female
26. Kane County Economic Development
Overall Strategies
Local Business Growth
Business Friendly Environment, Customer Service
Support Local Business
Extended Stay Tourism
Trails, Outfitter businesses, Support Adventure Events
Natural Resources
Timber, Agricultural, Mining
Attract New Business
Welcome New Possibilities
Infrastructure Development
Kanab Center, Airport, Hospital, Broadband Internet
33. • Rural County Grant Program
• Rural Incentive Programs
• Film Incentives
• Rural Tourism
• Outdoor Recreation
• East Zion Shuttle
State Support
34. Economic Development
• Remote Work
• Rural County Grant Program
Business Trainings
Business Grants
Agritourism
35. 2020 BEAR and EDCU Program
Grants
• Business Trainings and Skill Development
• Community Driven Economic Development Planning: USU Capstone
• Small COVID Relief Grant
39 Businesses Applied
23 Businesses Funded
• EDCU Community Match Grant: USU Capstone
Editor's Notes
YTD 204 new building permits.
Last year 201.
Historically we had a natural resource based economy
What are we doing locally to address economic development?
What does the future workforce look like?
1. Decentralized government
2. Silicon sands
Apple, VM Ware, Zions Bank, Brierly
Apple, VM Ware, Zions Bank, Brierly
Programs: Economic Development. Outdoor Recreation and trails. Film Commission.
Closest thing to econ dev the county has.
Corporate Recruitment: Requests are responded to and county has a can do attitude business friendly environment.
Participation in the BEAR program with GOED through CEBA:
Natural resources developed such as increased mining at the Alton Coal mine, who was just permitted to expand activities on to federal land.
Large vision for trails
Tons of opportunities for growth.
Communities are in need of trails.
Jacob Hamblin Park Pump Track
Road Runner bike trails
Cottonwood Canyon Extension
Trail Canyon “Greenhalph”
Mansard Trail
Call to action
The application must include a description of anticipated economic development projects and activities approved by the legislative body, based upon recommendation of the CED Board, to include:
Scope of Work
Project and Activities Budget
Timeline
Deliverables and Outcomes
Since the inception of the BEAR program, Kane County has participated with the Business Expansion and Retention Program, Finishing up the grants now.
USU Cap Stone: June 5, presentation at 2 pm at the Kanab Center.
Take what’s learned from working with USU for the city and apply it to parts of the county.
Set aside $1 million per year for Infrastructure development
As more people are introduced to the area more remote workers will want to live.
Could become areas largest employer and importer of money
Economic Gardening and Consultations-pivot to covid business relief
