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JCI to Cut More Jobs

October 14, 2004

JCI is cutting more jobs. This is different from the last round of job cuts, however. These are salaried, technical positions. These losses may end up hurting Holland’s economy worse than the last round of cuts, even though fewer jobs will be lost. These professional positions drive Holland’s middle class economy. The large, new housing developments across the area, the new retail centers, the outlying schools etc. If these people cannot find work around here in short order, they’ll end up leaving and causing a large economic void… It’s a scary thought.

However, I have faith in the entrepreneurial spirit of West Michigan. We are a resilient community, one that has always been known for its successful small business. While these JCI cuts may hurt for a while, I think we can bounce back; it’ll just take time and initiative.

Posted by paul at October 14, 2004 09:19 PM

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