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PLANNING FOR <br />SUCCESS <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. lt 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 />ln 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 befter-paid <br />worKorce, and a reputation for Kittitas County as a place where people and businesses can grow. More than just a <br />business hub, Old Heat can serve as proof that rural communities can lead in advanced technology and high-value <br />industries. lt has the potential to show that history and innovation can work together for a more prosperous future for <br />Central Washington. <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 into downtown Ellensburg, Conferences, <br />training events, and accelerator programs will bring in visitors, boosting local hotels, restaurants, <br />and shops. This ripple effect will spread through the entire community, creating a stronger tax base <br />and more resources for schools, infrastructure, and public services. <br />16 | Old Heat CERB Feasibility Study