TCPU was flat this quarter losing 9 employees. It was the only industry sector to decline. This gain is down from the growth levels of 1995 and 1994 but still reflective of a prosperous economy. Continued demand for computer and temporary work support caused Services to generate the lions share of employment with the addition of 27,576 workers. In absolute numbers Construction is the second biggest contributor to Colorado's growth adding 10,307 employees.
Mining continues to exhibit declining employment.