The employment scene in Genesee County for year 2010, despite the Great Recession being in full swing, had positive results with regards to employment and job creation and retention across the county.  According to the latest figures just released from the New York State Department of Labor, Genesee County showed a net increase of 300 private sector jobs in 2010.  The growth rate of private sector job creation within the county reflected a 1.8% increase for the year.  This type of growth is encouraging as most communities across the state and country have been shedding jobs or are fighting to maintain the status quo during 2010. 

The Governor’s message today was one of change, coming together, and hope for a prosperous economic future for the Empire State.  During his State of the State, Governor Cuomo mentioned his idea of creating 10 Regional Economic Development Councils (REDC’s) throughout the state which will be chaired by Lt. Governor Bob Duffy.