Mat-Su RC&D conducts Barriers to Business survey

According to a study conducted by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, more than 80 percent of the economic growth for an average American community results from the creation and expansion of locally owned and operated businesses.

While it is important to attract new industries in a community development program, it is equally — or perhaps more — important to work with existing firms in assisting them in competing more effectively and expanding more easily. No matter the reasoning, it is important to remember that to maintain a healthy economic base, a community needs to support its existing industries.

This link — matsudevelopment.org — will direct you to Mat-Su Resource Conservation and Development website and its Barriers to Business survey, which provides an opportunity for you to tell us about your business and your business assistance needs.

The objective is to revitalize the business climate in the Valley with your needs and challenges in mind. It is a confidential survey, so feel free to be direct. Survey results will be analyzed and used as the cornerstone of Mat-Su RC&D’s business retention program.