Workforce Investment Now 


An investment in education is an investment in the future.

Some interesting messages about education were delivered on Capitol Hill this week. The private sector is expanding its investment. The public sector is trying to decide.

Weber State University supporters gathered in the Capitol rotunda to announce a great new program, Dream Weber, which provides a free college education to thousands of needy students. Dream Weber is possible because of generous donations from private citizens. The private sector knows that investing in education translates to a great workforce, a strong economy and a healthy society.

Meanwhile, the Legislature is measuring whether this very difficult budget year enables them to maintain our state’s investment in public and higher education. Discussions started Tuesday about the possibility of five percent cuts for next year. Utah’s largest statewide business association, the Salt Lake Chamber, has a clear message for elected officials: despite difficult budget times, Utah must protect our investment in public and higher education.

By Lane Beattie, President and CEO, Salt Lake Chamber

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