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News and Events
June 25, 2009
Workforce Florida Announces Report to Define Green Jobs in Florida
In an effort to align statewide efforts to grow Florida’s green economy, the Workforce Florida Board of Directors is pleased to announce the publication of its report, Defining Green Jobs for Florida.
This definition for green jobs, based on research and feedback from stakeholders throughout the state, puts Florida… ...more
June 25, 2009
Sixth Florida-Japan Summit Scheduled
The EDC's International Business Development (IBD) program wants to keep you informed of opportunities to do business abroad, especially during these tough economic times. We hope you will take advantage of events, such as the one below, to learn about business, education and tourism opportunities with other countries. If you… ...more
June 25, 2009
New Council to Focus on STEM Education and Skill Development
Workforce Florida and Enterprise Florida today announced the creation of a statewide council to strengthen the science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) skills of Florida’s students as a way to address the increasing demand for jobs requiring strong foundations in these areas. The Florida STEM Council, funded by a $580,000… ...more
| Economic Indicator | MSA |
|---|---|
| Population, 2008 | 357,259 |
| Gross Domestic Product ($millions), 2006 | $12,152 |
| Labor Force, March 2009 | 170,503 |
| Total Employment, 2008 | 181,666 |
| Unemployment Rate (%), March 2009 | 7.93% |
| Personal Income ($billions), 2007 | $11.4 |
| Median Home Price, 2008 | $184,500 |
| Per Capita Personal Income, 2007 | $32,185 |
| Utility Rates, April 2009 | 10.7% Elec 17.5% Gas |
| Quality of Life | |
|---|---|
| July Average Daily Temp. | High: 92 Low: 72 |
| January Average Daily Temp. | High: 63 Low: 38 |
| Rainfall in Inches | 63.21 |
| Number of Days Sunny or Partly Sunny | 231 |
| Local Tax Rate | 6% State 1.5% Local |