Reno-Sparks growth: Forecast pegs housing, education as biggest challenges
Reno-Sparks can 'power through' a recession should a nationwide downturn occur this year, but housing and education are critical issues that must b...
Reno-Sparks can 'power through' a recession should a nationwide downturn occur this year, but housing and education are critical issues that must be addressed in order for the area to sustain growth.That was the message at the Economic Development Authority of Western Nevada's annual state of the economy forecast held Thursday at the Peppermill Resort Spa Casino in Reno.More in economic development:Battery materials company building Northern Nevada lithium-ion recycling campusEDAWN's annual forecast, which also looks at the region's growth in recent years, identified several key concerns for the area as it seeks to attract new jobs and companies to Northern Nevada while recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic.