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    Benchmarking Economic Development in Worcester: 2006

    Sixth annual report tracking economic development in Worcester.

    November 1, 2006
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    Downtown Worcester Office Occupancy: 2006 Survey

    Annual analysis of downtown office occupancy rates in Worcester's Central Business District and detailed listing of office space available for lease.

    September 1, 2006
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    Measures of Economic Health: Springfield vs. Worcester

    This analysis, prepared for the Springfield Finance Control Board, examines a wide range of factors related to the rate of tax base growth in Springfield and Worcester, including: population characteristics; property values, tax rates, new growth, and tax levies; labor force and labor market characteristics; housing prices; and public safety/crime trends.

    July 1, 2006
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    Talent Retention Project: Central Massachusetts

    Identifies correlations between talent retention and economic prosperity in the region.

    May 1, 2006
  • Economic Development,Reports

    Destination Worcester: What’s the “Convention-al Wisdom?”

    Analysis of and recommendations for attracting more multi-day conventions and events to Worcester.

    March 27, 2006
  • Economic Development,Reports

    Downtown Worcester Office Occupancy Survey 2005

    Annual analysis of downtown office occupancy rates in Worcester's Central Business District.

    December 1, 2005
  • Economic Development,Reports

    Benchmarking Economic Development in Worcester: 2005

    Fifth annual report benchmarking economic development in Worcester.

    November 1, 2005
  • Economic Development,Reports

    Benchmarking Economic Development in Worcester: 2004

    Fourth annual report benchmarking economic development in Worcester.

    November 1, 2004
  • Economic Development,Reports

    Downtown Worcester Office Occupancy Survey 2004

    Annual analysis of downtown office occupancy rates in Worcester's Central Business District.

    October 1, 2004
  • Economic Development,Reports

    Job Flight from Worcester

    This report examines the economic impact of the Worcester Airport's decline.

    January 16, 2004
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