The Council has been charged with preparing and submitting a report to the governor, the Michigan House of Representatives, and the Michigan Senate on the following categories: jobs, talent and people; infrastructure and places; preK-12 education; and higher education. The Council will rely on research, data, and recommendations from four workgroups that may include Council members, representatives of state departments or agencies and members of the public.
1
Jobs, Talent, and People
This workgroup is given the charge to propose a specific population goal for 2050 based on comprehensive economic development strategies.
This workgroup will:
Develop policy recommendations to drive concrete, equitable investments that reflect the state’s growth in communities of color; and ensure domestic and international migration to Michigan
Give direction on how to leverage Michigan’s rich natural resources and expected climate migration from other states
Identify potential future workforce shortages and create targeted programs to attract the talent to fill these gaps
2
Infrastructure and Places
This workgroup is given the charge to propose long-term, sustainable, and equitable funding solutions for Michigan’s multi-modal transportation systems and aging water infrastructure network.
This workgroup will:
Consider the need for sustainable investment as more fuel-efficient vehicles emerge
Develop ways to include an unprecedented influx of one-time federal money
Propose solutions on how to create attainable housing options for every income bracket
Give recommendations on creating investment-ready sites across the state
3
PreK-12 Education
This workgroup is given the charge to propose statewide goals and policy recommendations on how Michigan can improve student outcomes to help every student reach their full potential, strengthen accountability to meet shared goals, and attract people and businesses to our state.
This workgroup will:
Benchmark Michigan’s statewide performance against top performing states and countries
Develop specific initiatives that guarantee every child realizes their full potential that allows them to be a lifelong Michigan resident
4
Higher Education
This workgroup is given the charge to propose long-term, sustainable, and equitable funding solutions for Michigan’s postsecondary education system, including student financial aid.
This workgroup will:
Consider the need to improve college access and success, lower costs, and provide education and training that meets the demands of the state’s economy.
Consider and build on the existing efforts within the Office of Sixty by 30 and make recommendations to achieve and exceed this goal.
