What If I had a magic wand?

What will it take for the real estate market in El Paso to have resurgence? The biggest boost to this market would be for there to be an infusion of consumer confidence. If consumers concentrate their focus solely on the local economy, they will see that there are many reasons for us being somewhat economically insulated from the devastation taking place in other parts of the country, but there could be so much more.

If I had a magic wand this is what I would do ….El Paso would be transforming itself into the alternative energy Capital of the USA and especially focusing on Solar. That would mean a clean industry, new companies, and higher paying jobs.
My magic wand would bring together our elected officials; Federal, State, City, County, the Presidents of UTEP and Community College, The Chambers and the best and most futuristic thinkers in the community….. Everyone would leave their egos at their office’s (ok I know that’s asking a lot, but remember I have the magic wand) and they would map out a strategy and aggressively pursue capital from the Feds, the State, and private funds. There would be a way to incentivize companies, Our University would need to demonstrate the research and development that they are conducting and the Community College would show how they are training the labor force for these new jobs.

To all the naysayers I say, “if El Paso doesn’t do this, other surrounding communities will! The alternative renewable energy industry has a tremendously bright future. If this were taking place right now along with the Ft. Bliss expansion, The new medical school and research center, the new children’s hospital the downtown revitalization and the growth at UTEP, El Paso’s real estate market and our overall economy would be sizzling”.

What I would give to have that magic wand…..but you know what, other communities have transformed and shaped their future. So…..I know it’s possible! The real magic wand is held by leaders with vision and the ability to put their own egos aside for the good of El Paso… yes it also takes voters who demand that our leaders earn their vote by leading us to greener pastures..Hey! San Antonio did it!

I invite your comments!