Erie County Council, Executive Battle over Covid Relief Money
"Project RESOLVE is a 10-year regional strategy to strengthen the competitiveness of the local manufacturing base while navigating a shift to more sustainable operations. By focusing on plastics, metal casting and transportation – industries that currently employ approximately 17% of all jobs in the Erie region – Project RESOLVE will build on Erie’s tradition of manufacturing excellence.
The first phase of RESOLVE includes the construction of a Center for Manufacturing Competitiveness, with laboratory space and a testing facility for next-generation technology adoption and best practices. Penn State is prepared to match up to $5 million in funding for the center.
The Project RESOLVE proposal has been supported by state and local lawmakers, including members of Erie County Council, and has been identified as a priority initiative for Gov. Wolf.
Penn State Behrend is committed to working with local elected officials to advance this initiative and continue Erie County’s tradition of manufacturing excellence."