The Telecommuting and Gig Workforce in Montana

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The remote work revolution is already reshaping America

While the fine women and men at U.S. statistical agencies are still grappling with how to measure this astonishing transformation, a host of academics and other experts have rushed to fill the data gap.

Ronan, Montana explores remote worker possibilities

Mission West Community Development Partners, along with remote work program Trepademics, has conducted a feasibility study for creating a coworking space and more remote worker opportunities in the tri-county area.

Tulsa Retools Itself for the Remote Work Revolution

Tulsa Remote is the most successful of the dozens of relocation incentive programs around the country, having brought 1,800 people to town so far. According to an EIG study of the early arrivers, 88 percent of them were college graduates, with an average income of $105,000. “People who can work remotely, by definition their skills are augmented by technology and they are highly paid,” Fikri says.

What will California look like in 100 years? These futurists want to help politicians shape the next century

By describing a variety of potential futures, planners are hoping to get politicians to make decisions to help reach—or avoid—far-off scenarios, instead of just planning for the next election cycle.

Companies are offering more perks to remote workers that have nothing to do with the office

Mendoza said along with the expanded offerings, he has seen companies speed up promotions as well, “Because companies want to retain employees and don’t want to lose them and don’t have a lot of options.”

REGISTER NOW: MidYear Bureau of Business and Economic Research Economic Update – Coming to 7 Montana Cities This Summer!

This year’s program will have a special focus on the supply chain disruptions that have impacted just about every business in the state. We’ll be joined by University of Montana Wilson Logistics Faculty Fellow Dr. Simona Stan who will present her assessment of how, and how much longer, these disruptions came about.

Montana Dept. of Transportation June 2022 Newsline – New Bicycle & Pedestrian Coordinator

S helby Clark is MDT’s new bicycle/ pedestri-
an coordinator. She will serve as a contact
for bicycle and pedestrian safety information, assist
with design standards for bicycle/pedestrian facili-
ties, supply signs for bicycling events, provide bicy-
cle touring information, and coordinate training of
MDT and local staff in bicycle and pedestrian facility
design. Arriving from Alaska, Shelby joins the team
with a background in geography and ethnobotany.

Remote work continues to shift U.S. housing landscape, Zillow finds

Overall, about half the growth in home prices during the pandemic can be attributed to the increase of remote work options, according to the National Bureau of Economic Research.

For Vibrant U.S. Cities, Invest in Multi-Modal Transportation

The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, also known as the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, offers U.S. states and cities the chance to invest in transportation systems that modernize infrastructure, expand access and mobility for all people in a community, improve public health and safety, and boost local economies.