In recent years, I've seen friends, family, and neighbors endure economic hardship due to the dearth of employment opportunities. Our city desperately needs jobs to revitalize our economy and bolster our community's well-being.

We believe a solution may lie in attracting an Amazon Last Mile Facility. Amazon, a global e-commerce giant, employs hundreds of thousands of people in various capacities. Last Mile Facilities are crucial in ensuring the smooth shipping of millions of items across communities. Each Last Mile facility creates hundreds of employment opportunities- from delivery partners to warehouse staff. Establishing such a facility in our city could provide much-needed job opportunities.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, e-commerce job growth has been significantly outpacing job growth in traditional retail sectors in recent years (Bureau of Labor Studies, 2019). Having an Amazon Last Mile Facility in our city is not just about creating jobs; it's about creating sustainable career paths for our residents.

Thus, we urge our city's government to negotiate with Amazon and do whatever it takes to bring this opportunity to our community. For our friends, family, and neighbors seeking employment, let's bring an Amazon Last Mile Facility to our hometown. Please show your support as every signature counts! Sign this petition and let's create an opportunity for our community.