b'OPPORTUNITY LIVES HEREWorkforce Opportunities in High Growth SectorsAdvancing TechnologyRecommendation 2.4: Support Investment in Charging Station Infrastructure Action: Support key investments for charging stations to enhance the competitiveness of the region, prioritizing equity in this effort.Rationale: Clean and sustainable energy is growing and changing how people live and work. One notable example is the rise of electric vehicles and the need for infrastructure that supports this growth. As sales of electric vehicles grow, the need for supporting infrastructure increases. Furthermore, solid planning and investment is needed to ensure that this infrastructure is built in an equitable manner so that people at all socioeconomic levels can enjoy the benefits of electric vehicles. Impact: Investing in clean energy infrastructure will support job growth, sustainability efforts, and assist with attracting residents.Components Timeline1.Ensure installation strategy includes incentives to build in low- and moderate-income areas as well as downtown and wealthier areas of the District. 2.Update or create new policies and/or ordinances to support the implementation of infrastructure for electric vehicles.3.Work to install charging stations in key commercial and residential areas to improve the infrastructure and encourage the attraction of future businesses and residents. 4.Support minority businesses in the field to obtain contracts for installation and repair of charging stations. 5.Explore providing incentives for installing charging stations at multi-family complexes, primarily in low- and moderate-income areas. Delaware Three Rivers Area Economic Development Master Plan 132'