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PLANNING FOR <br /> J SUCCOESS <br /> HOW WILL SUCCESS BE MEASURED FOR THE PROJECT? <br /> Once completed, Old Heat will not just be a building but a centerpiece of regional economic transformation. It is expected <br /> to create hundreds of direct and indirect jobs, most paying well above the county's current median wage. Typical wages <br /> in target sectors are about$40—$45 per hour on average, higher for some roles (like embedded systems and aerospace), <br /> which is well above today's county median. <br /> In addition to bringing new industries to the area, Old Heat will strengthen existing businesses by helping them adopt new <br /> tools and practices. Workforce training, internships, and hands-on projects will connect students from CWU with local <br /> companies, encouraging them to stay and grow their careers here. <br /> By 2030, the vision for Old Heat is to have built a thriving network of innovative companies, a stronger and better-paid <br /> workforce, and a reputation for Kittitas County as a place where people and businesses can grow. More than just a <br /> R& :. _ business hub, Old Heat can serve as proof that rural communities can lead in advanced technology and high-value <br /> is . _ industries. It has the potential to show that history and innovation can work together for a more prosperous future for <br /> Central Washington. <br /> for <br /> The benefits of Old Heat go beyond jobs and technology. By restoring a historic landmark and <br /> filling it with activity, the project will breathe new energy downtown Ellensburg. Conferences, <br /> training events, and accelerator programs will bring in visitors, boosting local hotels, <br /> schools,and shops. This ripple effect will spread through the entire community, creating a stronger tax base <br /> and more resources for . public <br /> 16 1 Old Heat CERB Feasibility Study <br />