INDUSTRY
UAC works closely with Tolar Capitol Partners, monitoring and reporting weekly during each legislative session through Capitol Connection updates. These e-newsletters also include short surveys to "take the pulse" of
our UAC members on important issues. If you work for a UAC member company and would like to be added to this email list, please contact us at info@urbanagcouncil.com. Here are some recent survey results from UAC members:
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With near record unemployment, are you able to find the workers needed for your business?
RESULTS: So far, so good!.............................................................................................................. 7% It's tough, but we'll make it work...............................................................................17% It is almost impossible to find the workers I need.....................................................63% I'm in desperate need of workers. We are losing jobs due to shortages...................13%
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Georgia’s $27.5 billion budget continues to be shaped by state lawmakers. Which of the following priorities is most important to you in funding a bigger, better Georgia?
RESULTS: Teacher pay raises are essential for improving public education.............................58% Expanding Medicaid for all Georgia citizens is worth the extra money...................12%
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Invest in education & research facilities to aid business growth opportunities.......30%
Q
We do not know if lawmakers will tackle issues related to casino gambling or horse racing this year, but we wanted to check your interest on the issue. Which of the following represents your perspective?
RESULTS: Casinos are long overdue in Georgia..........................................................................21% We need casinos and horse racing to grow convention business...............................12% Horse racing has merit and fits with our agricultural economy................................12% No thanks. Georgia does not need to legalize gambling............................................55%
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