After Tuesday's commissioners' meeting revealed data that shows the area isn't attracting enough businesses, county commissioners are trying to appeal to more companies.
Fort Bend County recently missed out on 16,000 jobs and nearly $10 billion in investment after data showed companies aren't migrating to the area.More than 15,000 jobs and nearly $10 billion in investment is what Fort Bend County leaders say the area has lost out on recently.
The proposal stalled because commissioners wanted to decide who was best to serve on a committee. It's a proposal they all agree needs to happen because there's space to attract businesses.
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