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Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced more appointees to the bipartisan Growing Michigan Together Council, including representation from the Upper Peninsula, communities of color, and Michiganders under 35. She also announced the council’s four workgroups: 1) PreK-12 Education, 2) Higher Education, 3) Infrastructure, and 4) Jobs, Talent, and People, and the chairs of those workgroups.Unveiled at the Mackinac Policy Conference, the council will develop a statewide strategy grow Michigan’s population and economy.
“The Growing Michigan Together Council’s appointees will bring a diverse range of skills, experiences, and perspectives to the table,” said Governor Whitmer. “Led by four workgroups, the council will hold several meetings over the next few months, hearing from Michiganders firsthand. They will then collaborate and continue working towards presenting a comprehensive strategy to help anyone make it in Michigan. Together, we will grow our economy and population and write the next chapter in Michigan’s story. Let’s get it done.”
The Growing Michigan Together Council was established with Executive Order 2023-04. They will advise the governor on specific policies to grow Michigan’s population, including identifying a population goal for 2050. The council will also look at ways to prepare Michigan’s workforce for in-demand jobs and emerging industries by proposing initiatives to improve preK-12 educational outcomes and long-term funding solutions for higher education including financial aid. Additionally, to meet the needs of a growing, thriving population, the council will develop long-term, sustainable transportation and water infrastructure funding solutions.
New Council Appointees
Marty Fittante
Marty Fittante, of Kingsford, is the CEO of InvestUP. Previously he served the State of Michigan as a legislative staffer. Fittante earned his bachelor’s degree in business management from Ferris State University and juris doctor from Wayne State University Law School. He is skilled in legislative relations, economic development, and government related research. Originally from the Escanaba area, Mr. Fittante as passionate about improving economic opportunity for the Upper Peninsula and continues to bring in new connections and innovation. Recently, Mr. Fittante was named chair of Economic Development Leaders for Michigan. He was also honored as a guest speaker at Bay College’s commencement ceremony and was named Alumnus of the Year for 2022.
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