Douglas Booth - May 1987

Like national and world economies, a regional economy goes through long waves of economic activity. Specifically, a region will experience a relatively lengthy period of economic growth close to or above the national rate followed by a relatively lengthy period of economic growth below the national rate. This research applies a regional long wave theory of economic development to the Washington State economy to explain recent changes in its structure and rate of growth and to predict its probably future course.

William Zumeta, Dean Stephens - December 1986

This report analyzes the relationship between higher education and economic development and discusses ways in which the contributions of higher education to Washington’s economy can be increased.

Duane Leigh - October 1986

This report surveys the reemployment initiatives currently in place in about a dozen states. Since these state programs do not occur in a vacuum, also reviewed are relevant federal programs and demonstration projects, as well as selected foreign government initiatives. These initiatives tend to fall into the following categories: (1) enhanced job search assistance, (2) classroom training, (3) on-the-job training and wage subsidies, (4) relocation allowances, (5) reemployment bonuses, and (6) self-employment programs.

Jane Hope - January 1986

This report looks at the use of municipal sewage sludge on land as a means of transforming an unpleasant and sometimes harmful waste into a natural resource.

John Erickson - August 1984

This is a descriptive report of hazardous materials incident management in Washington State. It is in response to a request from Senate Majority Leader, R. Ted. Bottiger.

The study includes the following:

• A description of present policies and procedures for the management of materials incidents
• Identification of potential gaps and overlaps in present policy; and
• Identification of the major procedural issues which arise because of policy gaps or overlaps.