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11th LD Workforce Development Survey (2025)
From the Office of Rep. Steve Bergquist
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1.
Which 11th LD community do you live in?
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Renton
Tukwila
Kent
Fairwood
Unincorporated Seattle
Other (please specify)
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2.
What workforce shortages are felt most by your household? (Select up to 5)
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Healthcare (Doctors, Nurses, Specialists)
Childcare Providers (Daycare Workers, Preschool Teachers)
Mental Health Services (Therapists, Counselors, Psychiatrists)
K-12 Education (Teachers, Special Education Staff, School Support Staff)
Public Safety (Police, Firefighters, EMTs, Paramedics)
Transportation (Bus Drivers, Truck Drivers, Delivery Workers)
Grocery and Retail Workers
Skilled Trades (Electricians, Plumbers, Carpenters, Mechanics)
Construction and Housing (Contractors, Inspectors, Laborers)
Social Services (Caseworkers, Housing Support, Public Assistance Workers)
Food Service and Hospitality (Restaurant Staff, Cooks, Hotel Workers)
Technology and IT Support
Manufacturing and Warehouse Workers
Senior Care and Assisted Living Staff
Government and Public Sector Jobs (DMV, Social Security, Postal Service, etc.)
Other (please specify)
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3.
Which sectors would you like the Legislature to provide the most workforce support to? (Select up to 5)
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Healthcare (Doctors, Nurses, Specialists)
Childcare Providers (Daycare Workers, Preschool Teachers)
Mental Health Services (Therapists, Counselors, Psychiatrists)
K-12 Education (Teachers, Special Education Staff, School Support Staff)
Public Safety (Police, Firefighters, EMTs, Paramedics)
Transportation (Bus Drivers, Truck Drivers, Delivery Workers)
Grocery and Retail Workers
Skilled Trades (Electricians, Plumbers, Carpenters, Mechanics)
Construction and Housing (Contractors, Inspectors, Laborers)
Social Services (Caseworkers, Housing Support, Public Assistance Workers)
Food Service and Hospitality (Restaurant Staff, Cooks, Hotel Workers)
Technology and IT Support
Manufacturing and Warehouse Workers
Senior Care and Assisted Living Staff
Government and Public Sector Jobs (DMV, Social Security, Postal Service, etc.)
Other (please specify)
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4.
Which strategies do you believe would be most effective in addressing workforce shortages? (Select up to 5)
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Decreasing education costs or providing student loan forgiveness to improve access to higher education
Expanding career pathways and vocational training within the education system
Making childcare more accessible and affordable to support working parents
Increasing wages and benefits to enhance employee retention and job satisfaction
Reducing occupational licensing barriers to streamline entry into professions
Implementing immigration reforms to expand the workforce in Washington
Strengthening worker health and safety protections to improve job conditions
Providing tax incentives or subsidies for businesses to invest in workforce development
Enhancing work-life balance through flexible scheduling and remote work options
Increasing funding for workforce development and retraining programs
Improving public transportation to expand access to job opportunities
Developing affordable housing near employment centers to reduce commuting barriers
Expanding mental health support and workplace wellness programs
Expanding apprenticeship and on-the-job training programs
Other (please specify)
5.
What barriers (if any) have you faced in entering the workforce or staying in the workforce?
