Sara Kaminski

This Labor Capacity Assessment for Chisago County evaluates the labor market's ability to support growth in manufacturing, warehousing, and supply chain sectors. It identifies potential 'growth caps' and hiring risks within these target industries, considering both local and regional labor pools. The assessment aims to inform intervention strategies such as training, incentives, or recruitment programs by analyzing current labor force dynamics, industry specialization, and housing market conditions.

This Strategic Framework for the Chisago County Highway 8 Corridor aims to guide future development and investment, fostering collaboration among communities. It prioritizes maintaining small-town character, encouraging economic development and tourism, and focusing higher-density development in urban cores. Key areas of focus include improving walkability and non-motorized transportation through expanded trail networks, enhancing water quality, increasing affordable housing options, and promoting high-speed internet infrastructure. Recommendations cover general branding and collaboration, development planning, right-of-way and access management, stormwater management, and pedestrian/bicycle movement, addressing both corridor-wide and community-specific needs.