SYRACUSE — U.S. Rep. Daniel Maffei (D–Syracuse) today announced what he called a “blueprint” for expanding the region’s middle class, growing its economy, and creating more jobs.
Maffei used the announcement to mark his first 100 days in office.
The Democrat spoke at the Central New York Philanthropy Center/Central New York Community Foundation at 431 E. Fayette St. in Syracuse.
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Maffei’s plan includes investing in small businesses, creating public and private partnerships, focusing on education and workforce development, improving infrastructure and transportation, and utilizing the region’s competitive advantage, including its proximity to population centers and its abundance of colleges and universities.
The plan followed a district-wide listening tour focused on job creation and economic growth following Maffei’s return to office as a Congressman.
In total, Maffei says he heard from more than 150 small-business owners and economic-development leaders. He also toured local manufacturing plants, businesses, and hospitals over the past few months.
Maffei visited businesses such as Nucor Steel in Auburn, Novelis Aluminum in Oswego, as well as Upstate Medical University and the South Side Innovation Center in Syracuse, according to Maffei’s office.
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