March/April 2014 Cadillac Area Business Magazine

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he Northern Michigan

Chamber Alliance will con-

tinue to expand our voice on

behalf of our member busi-

nesses in 2014.

The Northern Michigan RegionalChamber Alliance encompasses the

Cadillac, Alpena, Benzie County,

Charlevoix, Gaylord, Lake Superior

Community Partnership (Marquette),

Petoskey, and Traverse City Chambers.

The Alliance was founded on one com-

monality. The Alliance was established on

the premise that many legislative issues

impact northern Michigan in similar

ways.

Critical areas outlined in our cover story,

such as equitable education funding for

northern Michigan schools, immigration

reform (benefiting agriculture and manu-

facturing sectors), new energy genera-

tion, transportation, and talent attraction

may be on the checklist in other areas of

Michigan, but not in terms of collective

impact to northern Michigan.

Our cover story isolates on the aggregate

strength and importance of a regional

voice advocating for northern Michigan

businesses. Our eight chambers repre-

sent 6,500 member investors. Proudly, we

have come a long way in terms of impor-

tance, when factoring the original part-

nership consisted of Cadillac, Petoskeyand Traverse City chambers in 2004.

The 2014 Northern Michigan Regional

Chamber Alliance has four guiding prin-

ciples or core areas of focus:

Make is it easier for businesses in

northern Michigan to be competitive

Help strong business sectors remain

strong in northern Michigan and contin-

ue to formulate job creation focus.

Make sure we have an educated work-

force and prepared for the future needsof northern Michigan businesses

Promote investment in our transpor-

tation and business infrastructure, to

include not only roads and bridges, but

airports, harbors and broadband connec-

tivity as well as energy transmission.

We do need our member businesses

engaged, if we want to advance substan-

tive policy for the benefit of northern

Michigan. Your voice can make a dif-

ference. Our Alliance lawmakers have

consistently messaged they need spe-

cific business examples and direct con-

tact from our members on wide ranging

issues. Too often it does not happen and

a vocal minority speaks loudly and some-

times that voice is hostile to job provid-

ers.

Lastly, I would encourage our members

to check our Alliance Northern Michigan

Business Blog, which can be accessed on

www.cadillac.orghomepage for legislative

updates, and Alliance information.

If you have legislative questions

or input, please contact Kent Wood,

Director of Government Relations

at [email protected] call (231) 995-7109.

2 MARCH/APRIL 2014 - CADILLAC AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Mission StatementThe Cadillac Area Chamber of Commerce is a visible

business leader that advocates and drives business

opportunities. Through business alliances, we are a

catalyst for our membership and provide a persuasive

regional voice benefiting our communities.

Jon Catlin, Executive DirectorChemical Bank 775-6151

Kelly Cater, Vice-ChairRec Boat Holdings 775-1351

Mike Hamner, Past Executive DirectorAvon Protection Systems, Inc. 779-6200

Scott Hunter, TreasurerBaird, Cotter & Bishop, PC. 775-9789

Eric BakerWolverine Power Cooperative 775-5700

Dennis BensonDennis H. Benson, PLC 876-9405

David CoxWexford-Missaukee ISD 876-2260

Tim KnaggsFekete Knaggs & Burr Insurance 779-7919

Bill Kring9 & 10 News 775-3478

Dr. Kyle HoggDental Health Professionals 775-9797

Melody HurleyWalmart Supercenter Store 775-8778

Dan MinorCadillac Casting Inc. 779-9600

Kelly SmithBaker College of Cadillac 876-3100

Don SchepersSchepers Agency, Inc. 825-2411

Brian Williams

Blue Heron Cafe & Bakery 775-5461

CHAMBER STAFF 775-9776

Bill Tencza, [email protected]

Doreen Lanc, Director of Membership [email protected]

Deb Gillies, Leadership Director/[email protected]

Amanda Hamilton, Administrative [email protected]

Kent Wood, Director of Government [email protected]

Website:www.cadillac.org

Printer:Pleasant Graphics

Publisher:Cadillac Area Chamber of Commerce

TheCadillac Area Business Magazineis a publication of theCadillac Area Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber reservesthe right to edit or refuse articles and advertisements submittedto the Cadillac Area Business Magazineand reserves the rightin its sole discretion to accept or refuse inserts and other mate-rials to be distributed through the publication.

2013/2014 Board of Directors

If it is important to you,

it is important to theNorthern MichiganChamber Alliance

BILL TENCZA,Chamber President

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The new year may still be young, but as August

and November approach, Michigan residents

will be asked to vote for governor and make anumber of other decisions that will play a signifi-

cant part in the states future.

Richard Studley, President and CEO of the

Michigan Chamber of Commerce, provided

a preview of the election year recently as well

as touch on ideas for making the state more

competitive in drawing and retaining business.

Studley spoke at the Cadillac Area Chamber of

Commerce Lecture Luncheon at Baker College

in February.

While a study of Michigans competitiveness

conducted by Northwood University on behalf

of the Michigan Chamber Foundation ranksMichigan at 39 among 50 states in 2013, a sub-

stantial improvement over last years score of 47,

theres still room for improvement, Studley said.

This year will be an interesting election year,

with races being held not only for the state house

and senate in Lansing, but also for governor, the

attorney general and for the U.S. Senate seat

vacated by Carl Levin.

Studley touched upon some important dead-

lines, including April 22, the candidate dead-

line for state house and senate races, as well asAug. 5, the primary election date, which also will

include a referendum on Public Act 408, per-

sonal property tax reform. Many area lawmak-

ers are in favor of the referendum, Studley said,

which would earmark a percentage of income

from the states sales tax and use tax to make up

for revenue lost by the elimination of the person-

al property tax.

Competing with other states for business was

also the theme of making the states regulatory

climate more favorable for business.

If other states can grant environmental permits

within six weeks, Studley asked, why does thesame thing in Michigan have to take six months?

As for a ballot proposal to raise the minimum

wage to as high as $9.50 by 2016, Studley said

that if the proposal succeeds, Michigan would

have the second-highest minimum wage in the

country. The Michigan Chamber of Commerce

is opposed to the idea and believes it should be

addressed at the federal level.

Michigan Chamber CEOupdates members

on important election year issues


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ARTICLE SUBMITTED BY STEVE DRABIK, JENNI JOHNSON, TAC LEE,

BRIAN PRIDDLE AND KELLI SCHUTTE

January 15th was a beautiful, sunny day. It was very cold,area schools were closed, as the Cadillac Leadership Classfiled into the CAPS High School Media Center for EducationDay. We were welcomed with a light breakfast, hot coffee, andour first presenter, Lisa Lockman of the Wexford Missaukee

ISD. We listened closely as Lisa presented, Getting to KnowEducation in 2014. Joann Spry, Cadillac Area Public Schoolsmet with us next as well as Frank Verhoven who shared theunknown battles of balancing a schools budget through aneconomic crisis.

Next we visited the General Education Building of theWMISD, from there, moving down the hill to the CareerTechnical Center where we enjoyed a delicious lunch in the13th Street Caf. Dave Cox shared an in-depth look at themany educational programs offered. Kelli Schutte exclaimed,Not only was I amazed to learn about all the different pro-grams offered at the Career Tech Center, students can alsoleave there with an Associates Degree! Tom Armstrong shared

information about the business office operations followed byJohn Bretschneider sharing special education services offeredthrough the ISD.

We concluded our day at Baker College attending a welcomereception with Kelly Smith, Randy Hill and Audrey Charmoli,who bestowed us a behind the scenes look at the college cours-es offered at Baker. Their state of the art technology shinesthrough in the use of an animatronics dummy, named Harold,smart boards, and a veterinary surgical facility. Overall, thiswas a very impressive, in-depth look into what our communityhas to offer in education.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliaLakefront Play Project is in full swing and the class is workihard on making this dream a reality. Class participants habeen working diligently with our project partner, The City Cadillac as well as community members. Project design of tplayscape is ongoing and on schedule.

The class continues efforts in fundraising and is seeking suport through monetary and in-kind donations to ensure t

success of the project. Tickets are on sale for The Leadershand Friends Dinner scheduled for March 22nd at the CadillGrill. Class participants are working on a Facebook Page fthe project to assist in keeping the community informed aupdated. Thank you for your generous support and enthuasm as we move forward on this project. There is a definneed in the area to bring this play structure to life and we aexcited to have the opportunity to do just that. If you wishsupport this project or for more information please contaDeAnn Schneider @ 779-7516, Meghan Howell @ 876-4804 email [email protected].

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Plant floors are clean. Music is playing, and many of the workerswear smiles along with safety glasses. Yes, the plants are noisy as

machines with 500,000 pounds of pressure do their work, but it is a

far cry from how the stereotypical manufacturing plant used to be

depicted.

That was the scene many local educators saw when they vis-

ited Rexair, BorgWarner and FIAMMs manufacturing facilities in

Cadillac. The goal of the event was simple: To show educators col-

lege isnt the only opportunity after graduation.

Rexair Vice President of Operations Bruce Schafer said Cadillacs

economy is based on manufacturing, and manufacturing needs to

be sustained by an educated work force.

This requires a total community effort, starting with parents who

would recommend manufacturing to their children, to the schoolsystem which would support the learning necessary and to the com-

panies for training and skill-trade development programs integrated

with the education process, Schafer said.

Schafer added the reason manufacturing is in Cadillac rather than

somewhere else is because of the skilled work force of the past, and

the business community needs to be assured that a skilled work

force is available for the future.

Wexford-Missaukee ISD Superintendent Jeff Jennette said ty

cally students are placed in three pools in their high school yea

First are the students who know they are going to college. Secon

there are those who are making the commitment to join the milita

Then, there is the third group.

There is a group of kids who are left who dont know what they agoing to do next year, he said. As educators we dont know what

out there for our kids. This (event) helps educators know what is o

there. Jobs with good wages and benefits. This is not an end-of-th

road position.

Wexford-Missaukee Career Tech Center Director, Dave Co

said the recent hands-on event was initiated by the Cadillac Ar

Chamber of Commerce to continue building the relationship a

bridging the gap between manufacturing and the local school d

tricts.

Cox said it will hopefully give educators, counselors and admin

tration a better idea of what opportunities are there.

Based on the reaction from many of the educators who attend

that message was starting to sink in.Pine River Superintendent Jim Ganger said what he saw rece

ly while touring the local manufacturers was not what his origin

vision of manufacturing was. In fact, he said he was surprised

how high-tech todays manufacturers have to be.

They are skilled employees and well-trained, he said. This

something that students and parents need to see.

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Northern Michigan often gets noticed

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beaches, golf courses and ski resorts. But

sometimes northern Michigan can be over-

looked, or overshadowed, by metropolitan

areas such as Detroit, Flint, Saginaw and

Grand Rapids when politicians in Lansing

and Washington craft legislation or hand

out grants to help communities grow.

The Northern Michigan Chamber Alliance

has been working with elected officials and

business leaders to get the word out about

Northern Michigan and the unique chal-lenges it faces.

One of the Alliances goals in 2014 is to

increase Northern Michigans footprint

in Lansing. The Alliance is pushing for

northern Michigan representation on 2015

House and Senate leadership teams.

The needs of northern Michigan resi-

dents are unique and not always aligned

with those of downstate residents, said

Mercy Hospital President and CEO,

John MacLeod. The Northern Michigan

Chamber Alliance is the voice of northern

Michigan business. By advocating togeth-

er we can be more effective in getting our

messages across to legislators, regulators

and government leaders. We want to help

our strong business sectors remain strongand continue job creation in our region,

while encouraging new business to grow.

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Making a commitment

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Talent Development: We will continue to push for equitablefunding for Northern Michigan Schools and believe that any budgetsupplements should be distributed according to the 2x formula. We alsobelieve in additional funding and access to workforce training basedon northern Michigan business needs. We will press for immigrationreform that will support labor and the ability of northern Michiganfarmers to harvest, add value to, and get their crops to market.

Infrastructure Investment: The Alliance understands theunique energy generation and transmission needs that will create easieraccess for our region to reliable and affordable energy. To that end,we will lead and promote solutions that work for northern Michiganbusiness as the state begins a discussion on Michigans energy future.We will advocate for road funding reforms along with continuedinvestment in harbor & waterways dredging, and local and regionalairports. In addition, the Alliance will push for further investment inour regions broadband connectivity.

Regulatory Reforms:The Alliance will push for the completionof the recommendations made by the Office of Regulatory Reform. We

will advocate for changes that positively impact our members, including

changes to regulations concerning liquor control, state Department of

Treasury and tax commission reforms, and DEQ permitting timing and

approval processes.

The Alliances overall goal for 2014 is to move forward on these pri-

orities for our members, said Kent Wood, Director of Government

Relations. These priorities we hope will also serve to grow the recogni-tion and presence of the Alliance as a unified force for business advocacy

in both Lansing and northern Michigan.

The local Chambers that comprise the Alliance represent strong and

economically diverse communities, said Eric Baker, President and CEO

of Wolverine Power Cooperative. The Alliance recognizes that econom-

ic vitality in any one community in northern Michigan is good for the

entire northern Michigan region. The Alliance advocates on behalf of

our interests in northern Michigan, and our voice is much stronger col-

lectively.

Northern Michigan, even though it has a lot to offer and is a great place

to live, needs help in promoting its needs and explaining how they differ

from other areas, said Bill Kring, Vice President and General Manager;

Heritage Broadcasting.

Living and working in Northern Michigan is both a pleasure and a

challenge, Kring said. The very attributes that make our area a desir-

able place to live can make it challenging for businesses to prosper. The

goal of the Regional Chamber Legislative Alliance is to foster business

growth while protecting the quality of life we all desire.

The Legislative priorities listed by the Alliance are those areas of need

that represent the largest challenges to local businesses at the current

time, Kring said. It is the mission of the Alliance to educate our elected

officials and governmental agencies on our issues and work with them

to ensure they are aware of our current priorities. Through this inter-

action, we believe that we can mitigate the major challenges that affect

businesses in Northern Michigan.

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Chamber Calendar

MARCH

12 Rise Up! Cadillac 7:00AM

Hosted By: Wexford-Missaukee Career Tech Center

14 Lecture Luncheon Noon - 1:15PM

Location: Baker College of Cadillac Student Center

21 Women in Business Noon - 1:15PM

Retainable Weight Goalsfor me!

Location: Lakeside Charlies

22 Leadership and Friends Dinner 5:30PM

Proceeds to benefit The Lakefront Play Project

Location: Cadillac Grill

27 Leadership Learning Series Noon - 3:00PM


APRILTBD Governors Breakfast

25 Lecture Luncheon Noon - 1:15PM


MAY9 Lecture Luncheon Noon - 1:15PM Location: Baker College of Cadillac Student Center

14 Rise Up! Cadillac 7:00AM

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This publication focuses on the professional

achievements of women in the greater Cadillac

area; their dedication to community and overall

personal contributions to the organizations they

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Contact Holly Schonert for more information

at 231-779-4138 or [email protected].

Reserve space by Wednesday, March 19, 2014 to recognizethe women in your organization. We respectfully requestprepayment of $235 with your reservation.

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Welcome!Patti Sims-Sisson first joined The Lakeview in 1985 as a CNA

Having been a CNA helps in my perspective of what transpireson the units and gives me an understanding of what the CNAsdo,says Patti.

In 1990 she attended Northwestern Community College andreceived her certificate in Practical Nursing. After graduatingand receiving her license, she returned to The Lakeview as acharge nurse before going back to school at Balker College, whereshe received an Associates Degree in Applied Science for MedicalAssistant. She then worked for a local physician for 6 years asa medical assistant and office manager. Patti then returned toBaker College, graduating as a Registered Nurse in 2008.

Since then Patti has worked at The Lakeview as a charge nurse/supervisor and as a clinical manager, before being promoted toAssistant Director of Nursing and then Director of Nursing.

I am very grateful and happy that The Lakeview chose me to

be their Director. I am fortunate to work with the team at The Lakeview and meet and care forthe residents, says Patti.

420 Pearl St., Cadillac, Michigan (231) 775-0101www.thelakeviewofcadillac.org www.LSSM.org

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Friday, March 21, 2014

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JANUARY

Lecture LuncheonJeff Jennette, Wexford/Missaukee & Manistee ISDs

Superintendent presented, You know about CTC, but whatelse happens at Wexford-Missaukee ISD? at the JanuaryLecture Luncheon. He discussed how the Career and TechnicalCenter is an important piece of the Cadillac area, but Mr.Jennette also spoke about the many different services thatthe ISD provides for the students and parents. Along withCTC, areas include Business Services, General Education, andSpecial Education. Jennette discussed in depth what WMISDdoes and where they plan on going in the future.

FEBRUARYLeadership Learning Series

Kelly Smith, President of Baker College of Cadillac, andDave Cox, Director of Wexford Missaukee Career TechnicalCenter, shared the benefits of having the Power of a PositiveAttitude! at the Leadership Learning Series in February.How many times have you heard the phrase Think Positive?Have you ever felt anxious, angry, frustrated or just down-rightnegative? Kelly and Dave discussed how these feelings canimpact not only you but everyone around you. They explainedhow a positive attitude, positive thinking and optimism canenlighten your entire world. Think of the impact in theworkplace and how this attitude can be contagious. Randomacts of kindness can help a stranger, friend or coworker, while

the act itself can actually bring you happiness. They explainedthe importance of focusing on the circle that you directlycontrol and influence. Smith and Cox encouraged attendeesto help others by Paying it Forward and in return you arehelping yourself too. Attendees took several tools away fromthe LLS to help influence their work environments in a positiveway. Smith and Cox shared a quote from Lou Holtz, Abilityis what youre capable of doing. Motivation determines whatyou do. Attitude determines how well you do it. They alsoreminded us that a smile is the universal language of kindness.


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Cadillac Family Physiciansearns national recognition for

patient-centered careThe National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) announced

that Cadillac Family Physicians has received Recognition from the

Patient-Centered Medical Home 2011 (PCMH 2011) program for

using evidence-based, patient-centered processes that focus on high-ly coordinated care and long-term participative relationships.

The patient-centered medical home is a model of care emphasizing

care coordination and communication to transform primary care

into what patients want it to be.

Research shows that medical homes can lead to higher quality and

lower costs, and improve patients and providers reported experienc-

es of care. The PCMH identifies practices that promote partnerships

between individual patients and their personal clinicians, instead of

treating patient care as the sum of several episodic office visits.

Each patients care is tended to by clinician-led care teams, who pro-

vide for all the patients health care needs and coordinate treatments

across the health care system. Medical home clinicians demonstrate

the benchmarks of patient-centered care, including open scheduling,expanded hours and appropriate use of proven health information sys-

tems.

Rick Marion reachesFellow status

Richard E. Marion, Jr, Administrator of Autumnwood of McBain

has obtained Fellow status. Advancement to Fellow represents the

highest level of membership in the American College of Health Care

Administrators (ACHCA).

A fellowship requires a record of active participation in fulfilling

the professional and educational requirements of ACHCA. This is

the third time, Richard E. Marion, Jr., FACHCA has achieved this

distinction.

Marion achieved his Masters Degree in Science and Administration

from Central Michigan University. Marion was appointed by the gov-

ernor and currently serves on the Wexford/Missaukee Department of

Human Services Board.

Local Realtor AchievesNational Recognition

Dawn Jacob with Coldwell Banker Schmidt has been awarded

Accredited Buyers Representation designation by the Real Est

Buyers Agent Council of the National Association of realtors.

Jacobs joins more than 30,000 real estate professional in No

America who have earned the Accredited Buyers Representati

designation.

Baker College of Cadillacramps up nursing program in

anticipation of employment trendBaker College of Cadillac officials have announced that a four-y

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program will replace the ex

ing Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program beginning 2014 quarter.

Students choosing to pursue the new BSN can begin prior to 20

fall quarter by taking prerequisite classes.

The move to the higher level degree was the result of extens

research and consultation with area health care professionals, inclu

ing our clinical partners and advisory committee, said Kelly Sm

Baker College of Cadillac president. The trend of employers pref

ring nurses who have earned bachelors degrees is clear. This is d

nitely in the best interests of our graduates.

Care Net now Life Resourcesof Northern Michigan, Inc.

Care Net of Cadillac has changed its name to Life Resources

Northern Michigan, Inc., address of 419 North Lake Street and c

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The Outstanding Citizen Award recognizes and

honors individuals who strive toward the highest

level of professional accomplishments. Men and

women, who excel in their chosen profession, have

devoted signicant time and energy to improve the

communitys quality of life and have provided lead-

ership to assist others in becoming involved in the

community.

The Spirit of Community Award recognizes andhonors individuals who have devoted signicant

time and energy to improve the communitys quality

of life and have provided leadership in development

and/or expansion of volunteer projects, which have

beneted members of the community.

SubmityourNominationsfor

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Formscanbe foundatwww.cadillac.org

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Antumnwood of McBainearns accreditation

Autumnwood of McBain has earned accreditation by Providigms

Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Organization (QAPI).

The standards for QAPI excellence that Autumnwood has met include:

Comprehensive: Addressing all aspects of quality of care and life

for nursing home residents, based on resident-centered assessments

obtained from residents, family, observation, staff, and records. Continuous: Conducting this process over the course of the entire

prior year of your accreditation rather than just when problems arise.

Coverage: Assessing a sufficient number of your residents, ensuring

that the care and services you provide are consistent throughout your

organization.

Corrective: Following through with in-depth investigation of identi-

fied and prioritized areas for improvement and developing system-wide

solutions.

Autumnwood of McBain is home to 95 memory care, short-term rehab

patients and long term residents.

Cadillac Chiropractic Offers

State of the Art DiagnosticImaging Digital Motion X-RayDr. Scott Reagan of Cadillac Chiropractic Center now offers Digi

Motion X-Ray, DMX. DMX is the latest in break-through diagnos

imaging that allows doctors to view the spine, ligaments and extrem

ties in a real-time motion. DMX is a diagnostic tool that records r

time, full motion x-ray imaging of a body joints in motion. Cadill

Chiropractic Center is one of only three DMXs in Michigan.

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Data track 2013

Wexford County Jan. 13 Feb. 13 Mar. 13 April 13 May 13 June 13 July 13 Aug. 13 Sept. 13 Oct. 13 Nov. 13 Dec. 1

Labor Force 12,903 12,989 12,970 12,993 13,594 13,971 13,960 13,564 13,202 13,085 12,846 12,88

Employment 11,283 11,383 11,425 11,544 11,926 12,130 12,015 11,946 11,744 11,585 11,458 11,35

Unemployment 1,620 1,606 1,545 1,449 1,668 1,841 1,945 1,618 1,458 1,500 1,388 1,53

Rate 12.6% 12.4% 11.9% 11.3% 12.3% 13.2% 13.9% 11.9% 11.0% 11.5% 10.8% 11.9

Missaukee County Jan. 13 Feb. 13 Mar. 13 April 13 May 13 June 13 July 13 Aug. 13 Sept. 13 Oct. 13 Nov. 13 Dec. 1

Labor Force 5,579 5,659 5,646 5,641 5,696 5,896 5,894 5,835 5,741 5,727 5,608 5,61

Employment 4,889 4,933 4,951 5,003 5,168 5,257 5,206 5,177 5,089 5,021 4,966 4,91

Unemployment 690 726 695 638 528 639 688 658 652 706 642 69

Rate 12.4% 12.8% 12.3% 11.3% 9.3% 10.8% 11.7% 11.3% 11.4% 12.3% 11.4% 12.3

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