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Alameda County, CA | November 7, 2006 Election |
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Economic Development That LastsBy Aimee AllisonCandidate for Councilmember; City of Oakland; District 2 |
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Oakland needs a plan for its long-term economic health that combines both principles of sustainability and takes advantages of opportunities for growth. We need to make sure that Oakland residents don't get left behind.Effective and long-lasting economic development is based on a balanced approach that includes industrial development and retention, retail, housing, and office development. The current focus on market-rate housing and large retail is out of balance and won't bring real economic development --or will result in bringing in low-paying part-time jobs and gentrification. Oakland's strengths -- a major port, unique neighborhoods, and diverse population -- can be leveraged with sound implementation of an economic development plan. Lasting economic development should not stop at downtown + our neighborhood business districts and industrial lands need economic development resources to create living wage jobs for Oaklanders. However, real economic development will not be achieved by accident. It requires careful planning, clear goals and standards, and rigorous accountability.
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