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Panel: County needs tolerant image to land BRAC jobs

Published 02/01/07

Businesses considering a move to west county to cash-in on new military jobs want to be assured that a racially diverse workforce will be available and welcomed. If they have doubts, employers could take their money elsewhere.

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"They ask, 'Is this the type of community that a diverse work force can move into and feel comfortable?' " said Carl Snowden, the director of civil rights in the Office of the Attorney General.

Mr. Snowden was among state and local leaders who participated in a discussion Tuesday night hosted by the county Race Relations Coordinating Council.

"Large employers definitely want to relocate to areas...

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