As leaders of the state’s largest chambers of commerce and industry actively engaged in economic development, we write to express the importance of statewide economic growth, the urgency of our state being more competitive and growth-oriented and to highlight our interest in the selection of the next permanent director of the Nebraska Department of Economic Development.

At the heart of our statewide economic development efforts is the goal of growing Nebraska’s tax base, because the best and most sustainable paths to reducing the tax burden on Nebraska families run through expanded economic growth, private-sector investment and job growth.

To achieve this, Nebraska must become more competitive focused on economic growth. While we are home to nationally significant industries, including manufacturing, agriculture, construction and financial services, these sectors are rapidly evolving.

Heath Mello is president and CEO of the Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce. Jason Ball is president of the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce. James Caraway II serves as president of the Nebraska Economic Developers Association and Nebraska director for the Mid-America Economic Development Council.

For the full article, click HERE.