With an unemployment rate of 3 percent (or less), why do we need to worry about creating new jobs?
Global economic conditions have a greater impact on local layoffs. When there are no jobs available, workers leave the area and local businesses suffer because of lower revenues. While right now, the area enjoys essentially full employment; any job layoffs create more of a problem because the rate of job growth is slower. Job losses in the mining and timber industries are two examples of how the national and global economy can affect the Black Hills. New jobs provide continuing opportunities for improving the quality of life for all employees plus they allow underemployed personnel an opportunity to fully utilize their talents and skills. Q. Are pledges tax-deductible? Generally, yes. However the portion of your investment that is tax deductible and the nature of the deduction is dependent upon why you are making the investment and how you make the investment. For businesses, see (a) below. For individuals, see (b) below. In either event, should you have further questions; we recommend
