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  Report, Industrial Productivity in Florida, March 2007

  Eric Moochnek and USF Center for Economic Development Research

  This report updates the Florida Technology Development Index extending data from 1997-2000 to 2005. Prepared by the Center for Economic Development Research at USF, it compares Florida's manufacturing productivity with Arizona, North Carolina, and Texas. The report uses U.S. Census Bureau data to analyze employment, value-added in manufacturing, and productivity per employee, highlighting the impact of increased productivity on economic competitiveness and living standards.

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  Report, Economic impact of the prosperity campaign on Hillsborough and Pinellas Counties, January 2007

  USF Center for Economic Development Research

  Commissioned by United Way of Tampa Bay, this report analyzes the economic impact of United Way's prosperity campaign on Hillsborough and Pinellas Counties.

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  Report, Medical Products Industry Cluster in Tampa Bay and Florida, May 2007

  USF Center for Economic Development Research

  This report by the Center for Economic Development Research at USF analyzes the clustering and economic impact of the medical products industry in Tampa Bay and Florida. It identifies the industry segments, assesses baseline contributions in terms of output and employment, and estimates the overall economic contributions, highlighting the significance of the medical devices, biotech, and pharmaceutical segments in the region’s economy.

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  Report, Positive Impacts of the Building Industry for the School District of Hillsborough County, January 2007

  USF Center for Economic Development Research

  This report analyzes the positive economic impacts of the building industry on the Hillsborough County School District. It examines revenue sources such as impact fees, community investment taxes, and ad valorem taxes over the past 10 years, as well as land dedicated by builders. The findings highlight significant contributions in revenue and land, emphasizing the building industry's role in supporting local education infrastructure.

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  Report, Sources of Funding and Categories of Spending for the School District of Hillsborough County, January 2007

  USF Center for Economic Development Research

  This report, commissioned by the Tampa Bay Builders Association and conducted by the Center for Economic Development Research at USF, evaluates the economic benefits of the building industry on the Hillsborough County School District. It analyzes revenue sources such as impact fees, community investment taxes, and ad valorem taxes, highlighting significant contributions to school funding and infrastructure over the past decade.

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  Journal, Tampa Bay Economy, Volume 6, No. 1, 2006

  USF Center for Economic Development Research

  This journal, prepared by the Center for Economic Development Research at the University of South Florida, provides an in-depth analysis of the Tampa Bay economy. It covers regional economic and demographic trends, labor force statistics, and industrial comparisons. The journal highlights the economic structure, growth patterns, and key sectors contributing to the regional economy as of Summer 2006.

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  Report, Community Development Investment Models Supporting the Biosciences, September 2006

  USF Center for Economic Development Research

  Commissioned by the Hillsborough County Economic Development Department, this report reviews community-initiated development entity models, provides examples of community-initiated development High Technology - Bioscience models and outlines a model for The Hillsborough County initiated development project High-tech - Bioscience.

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  Report, Economic and Fiscal Impacts of the Qualified Target Industry Tax Incentive Program, August 2006

  USF Center for Economic Development Research

  This report quantifies the economic and fiscal impacts of active qualified target industry tax incentive program participants to Hillsborough County in 2005.

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  Report, Economic Contributions of the Florida State Fair Authority, June 2006

  USF Center for Economic Development Research

  The purpose of the report is to quantify the Florida State Fair Authority's economic contribution to Hillsborough County, the Tampa Bay region, and the state of Florida.

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  Report, New Market Tax Credit (NMRC) Program and Other Community Development Model Initiatives, September 2006

  USF Center for Economic Development Research

  Commissioned by the Hillsborough County Economic Development Department (HCEDD), this research project provides general information on Community Development Entities (CDEs), the New Market Tax Credit (NMTC) Program and other community development model initiatives, focusing on information that the (HCEDD) can use to model a CDE that might provide incentives for creating and promoting the Biosciences industry within the USF Enterprise Zone.

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  Report, The Communities of Tampa Bay Economic Market Report, 2006

  USF Center for Economic Development Research

  This report, prepared by the Center for Economic Development Research at the University of South Florida for the Tampa Bay Partnership, provides a comprehensive analysis of the Tampa Bay region's economy for the year 2006. It includes data on workforce demographics, wages, business conditions, and education indicators. The report highlights the economic structure, key sectors, and growth patterns in the seven-county Tampa Bay region.

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  Addendum, Comprehensive Plan Density Analysis, October 2005

  USF Center for Economic Development Research

  Commissioned by the Tampa Bay Builders Association and conducted by the Center for Economic Development Research at USF, this addendum compares residential land use densities from CEDR's July 2005 report with data from the Hillsborough County Planning Commission. It re-categorizes the results to align with the Planning Commission’s classifications and finds differences in projected residential build-out percentages and units per acre, highlighting areas where further analysis is needed to reconcile discrepancies.

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  Journal, Tampa Bay Economy, Volume 5, No. 1, 2005

  USF Center for Economic Development Research

  This journal, prepared by the Center for Economic Development Research at the University of South Florida, provides a comprehensive analysis of the Tampa Bay economy. It includes data on regional economic and demographic trends, labor force statistics, and industrial comparisons. The journal highlights the economic structure, growth patterns, and key sectors contributing to the regional economy as of Summer 2005.

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  Journal, Tampa Bay Economy, Volume 5, No. 2, 2005-2006

  USF Center for Economic Development Research

  This journal, prepared by the Center for Economic Development Research at the University of South Florida, provides an in-depth analysis of the Tampa Bay economy. It covers regional economic and demographic trends, labor force statistics, and industrial comparisons. The journal highlights the economic structure, key sectors, and growth patterns contributing to the regional economy as of Winter 2005/2006.

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  Report, Comprehensive Plan Density Analysis, July 2005

  USF Center for Economic Development Research

  Commissioned by the Tampa Bay Builders Association and conducted by the Center for Economic Development Research at USF, this report analyzes residential land use densities in Hillsborough County's 1994 Comprehensive Plan. The research compares planned versus actual built-out densities from 1997 to 2004, highlighting a significant gap due to land conversion to non-residential use. The findings emphasize the need to address these discrepancies for better urban planning and development.

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  Report, Economic Contribution of the Tampa Global Communication Teleconvergence Center, January 2005

  USF Center for Economic Development Research

  This report, prepared by the Center for Economic Development Research at USF for the Tampa Port Authority, analyzes the economic impact of the Port of Tampa on the Tampa Bay region and Florida in 2001. It highlights the port's contributions to employment, wages, and regional output, emphasizing its role in supporting local industries and generating substantial fiscal revenues.

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  Report, Estimated Economic Impacts of a Mortgage Banking Firm in Hillsborough County, Florida, July 2005

  USF Center for Economic Development Research

  This report estimates the economic impact of a mortgage banking firm in Hillsborough County, Florida, focusing on job creation, labor income, and output. It explores both the construction and operations phases, highlighting the firm’s potential contributions to local economic growth.

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  Report, Estimated Economic Impacts of Biotechnical Firms in Hillsborough County, Florida, May 9, 2005

  USF Center for Economic Development Research

  This report evaluates the economic impact of biotechnical firms in Hillsborough County, Florida, highlighting their contributions to local employment, income, and economic growth. The findings emphasize the sector's role in driving regional development.

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  Report, Impact of Medicaid Expenditures on Florida's Sales Tax Revenues, March 2005

  USF Center for Economic Development Research

  Commissioned by the Florida Hospital Association (FHA), this report estimates the fiscal impact of FY 2004-05 Medicaid expenditures on Florida's sales tax revenues by using the REMI policy insight mode.

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  Report, Potential Economic Effects of the Proposed Dominican Republic, Central America Free Trade Agreement on the State of Florida, May 2005

  USF Center for Economic Development Research

  This report serves to advance effective public policy recommendations regarding the impacts across the state of Florida of globalization.

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  Report, Potential Economic Effects of the Proposed Free Trade Area of the Americas (Ftaa) on the State of Florida, May 2005

  USF Center for Economic Development Research

  This report investigates the potential economic effects of the proposed Free Trade Area of the Americas (FTAA) on the state of Florida. It examines how the FTAA could impact trade, employment, and income within the state, highlighting both opportunities and challenges for Florida's economy. The findings provide insights into the broader implications of the FTAA for regional economic development.

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  Reports, Economic Contribution of Florida's Hospitals, March 2005

  USF Center for Economic Development Research

  This report assesses the economic contribution of Florida's hospitals. It examines their role in job creation, income generation, and overall economic growth, highlighting the hospitals' significance in supporting both local communities and the state's economy.

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  Report, The Communities of Tampa Bay Economic Market Report, 2005

  USF Center for Economic Development Research

  This report, prepared by the Center for Economic Development Research at the University of South Florida for the Tampa Bay Partnership, provides a detailed analysis of the economic conditions in the Tampa Bay region for the year 2005. It includes data on workforce demographics, wages, business conditions, and education indicators. The report highlights the economic structure, key sectors, and growth patterns within the region.

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  Memorandum, Dennis Colie to Tampa Bay Regional Coalition, Fiscal Impact Modeling Research, September 22, 2004

  Dennis G. Colie

  This research by the Center for Economic Development Research at USF replicates and analyzes a development example from the Hillsborough County Fiscal Impact Analysis Model (FIAM). The report evaluates the fiscal impacts of a medium lot subdivision in Lutz, focusing on operating and capital revenues and costs, and highlights the model's transparency and areas for potential improvement.