Annual rate of growth in median wages will exceed the rate of inflation
Sustain an annual 1 to 3% increase in the number of new jobs
Sustain an annual 2 to 4% growth rate in Gross Regional Product for the National Capital Region
Improve access to vocational training and educational options throughout the region
Increase the rate of students graduating from high school to 90%
By 2020, the percent of population over 25 with a Bachelor's degree is 45% or higher, and the percent with a professional or advanced degree is 20% or higher
By mid-century the region will be a global knowledge hub for technology and innovation. Economic and social inequities will be reduced through balanced economic growth and development in Regional Activity Centers. Working in cooperation with a dynamic private sector and improving access to top quality schools and research institutions across all jurisdictions will greatly enhance the region’s prosperity. The economy will grow and diversify, making the region more globally competitive through new technology industries. As in the past, the federal government will continue to serve an important role in this dynamic regional economy through federal employment, procurement, or evolving federal policies that shape its impact on our region. The concentration of think tanks, universities, and research institutions will continue to grow, creating new jobs and a more dynamic recovery. Prosperity will also support strong centers
of arts and culture and attract more immigrants creating a diverse and international region.
Our region’s prosperity depends on our ability to adapt to changes in the economy and to attract and retain businesses and talented workers with specialized skills and degrees. Residents and businesses will pursue a new path of growth, one that is more equitable and environmentally sustainable. The inequities between the rich and the poor will be reduced as the standard of living for all residents improves. More individuals and families will stay in our region attracted by livable communities where people can walk, bike and use transit to get around. As the region concentrates development and enhances communities around Regional Activity Centers, residents will have better access to job opportunities where new clusters of innovation can grow.