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| 2056 - Securing Financial Stability (general) | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2056.1) | 24 |
Number of those who gained knowledge related to financial management |
| 2056.2) | 21 |
Number of individuals who gained knowledge on how to manage/address current economic events facing myself (as an individual), my family, business or farming operation |
| 2056.3) | 4 |
Number of those who reported being better able to recognize employment opportunities in today’s workforce |
| 2056.4) | 18 |
Number of individuals who made a sound financial decision (regarding credit, budgeting, savings, and debt) |
| 2056.5) | 93 |
Number of those who have successfully completed financial management and/or career readiness programs that will help me set future goals |
| 2056.6) | 16 |
Number who reported increased or maintaining savings or a long term investment/financial plan |
| 2056.7) | 0 |
Number of those who made informed financial decisions regarding their business/farming operation |
| 2056.8) | 0 |
Number of individuals who implemented strategies to avoid breaches in personal or financial security |
| 2056.9) | 0 |
Number of those reporting that their county/community has enhanced its local economic base by creating new or improving existing small businesses |
| 2056.10) | 0 |
Number of individuals who reported that their county/community has implemented strategies to promote vibrant downtowns |
| 2056.11) | 0 |
Number of those reporting that their county/community has become more successful at diversifying its economic base including manufacturing, healthcare, agriculture, and the service sector |
Author: Dayna Fentress
Major Program: Securing Financial Stability (general)
In a survey of top leaders and elected officials in Hardin County, they were asked about the top 3 issues they believe Hardin County is and will continue to face in the future. Consistently, workforce development was listed. It was unanimous after discussion that workforce development is our top concern. We have a large number of industry jobs available, with no seemingly willing candidates to take them.In a further discussion with leaders and hiring managers, it was brought to our attention tha
