New Mexicans want a robust economic policy that provides security for our families and fosters a vibrant business community that creates quality jobs for all our communities. They want to explore the potential of alternative workforce models that would meet today’s and future workforce demands. They also want to reform incentives and other elements of the state tax structure so that more businesses and families can thrive in New Mexico.
These recommendations and others resulted from the Economic Security and Vitality for New Mexico Town Hall, held May 19-20, 2016 in Albuquerque. With over 200 registrants, the town hall produced a platform of 11 consensus recommendations, each garnering support from more than 85 percent of the participants. Come and learn more about the recommendations at the August MVEDA Business in the Borderplex Forum.
The forum, featuring New Mexico First President Heather Balas, will be held on Tuesday, August 2, 2016 from 11:30 AM until 1:00 PM at the Hotel Encanto de Las Cruces, 705 S. Telshor. The meeting will begin with a hot entrée buffet followed by a brief update from MVEDA staff.
Advance registration is $25.00 per person, payable by major credit card via the secure portal on the registration form. Payment at the door with cash, check or credit card is $30.00 per person. Due to space limitations, reservations are required. Registration closes Thursday, July 28.
The MVEDA Business in the Borderplex Forums are monthly events that provide public discourse of relevant economic development issues impacting Southern New Mexico.
About New Mexico First
New Mexico First is a public policy organization that engages people in important issues facing their state or community. Established in 1986, they offer unique town halls and forums that create recommendations for policymakers and the public. New Mexico First also produces nonpartisan policy reports on critical issues, such as water, education, healthcare, the economy, and energy. Their research and facilitation services are available to public and private entities.
