4 113 6 socioeconomics ra fowler and mj scott activity on the hanford site plays a dominant role in of tri cities other parts benton franklin counties figure 1 agricultural community also has significant effect local economy any major changes would potentially affect areas unless otherwise specifically cited data this section are collected from interviews with referenced organization three sectors have been principal driving forces since early 1970s doe its contractors operating 2 energy northwest formerly washington public power supply system construction operation nuclear plants 3 including substantial food processing component exception minor amount commodities sold to area consumers goods services produced by these exported outside addition direct employment payrolls support sizable number jobs
