The child care industry has not been fully integrated into economic development activities despite its growing importance in the economy. This is, in large part, because child care is not usually thought of as an element of economic development. As a result, states in the North Central region are not maximizing the economic benefits from quality, accessible and affordable child care. This policy brief presents strategies to increase the supply of quality, accessible and affordable child care by integrating it into the planning and policy procedures of various sectors, including community and economic development, workforce development, transportation and education. Implementing these strategies will benefit the North Central region's economy, as well as benefit families, communities, businesses, and local and state governments. (Contains 3 figures.)