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MARCH 9, 2016

Energy Efficiency and Solar Grants: Commerce received a $25,000,000 appropriation in the 2015-2017 state Capital budget to continue the program. Generally loans range from $250,000 to $5 million. Eligible entities include state public higher education institutions, local government facilities, state agencies and K-12 public school districts.

Washington 40

Washington Commercial Employment Retail 40

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AUGUST 7, 2019

billion) and Retail ($109.6 million directly in the travel industry and 6.8 million in other industries. Travel ranks 7th in terms of employment compared to other major private industry sectors. Travel ranks 7th in terms of employment compared to other major private industry sectors. casino industry supports 1.8

Travel 51

Travel Las Vegas Nevada Florida 51

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JANUARY 27, 2014

The Pinewood Atlanta Studios project was the culmination of more than five years of efforts to grow the footprint of the film industry in Fayette County. The Georgetown facility will produce about 50,000 Lexus vehicles a year starting in 2015. production of a Lexus. The ES 350 is the Lexus brand’s top-selling sedan worldwide.

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Deals Georgia Arizona Phoenix 105

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APRIL 15, 2014

Alabama Infrastructure Grant Program: Funds are available to public entities for extension of water, sewer and road facilities to service new or expanding industries. Alabama Industrial Access Road & Bridge Program: Provides financial assistance to communities for industrial access to new and expanding industries.

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Income Finance Zoning Employment 108

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MARCH 22, 2016

The recent mega-mergers of major food companies like Kraft with Heinz and AB InBev with SABMiller are a sign consolidation of established companies but also an opportunity for new entrants to the market and cost-reduction throughout the industry. Not all of these acquisitions have worked out. ConAgra bought Ralcorp in 2012 for $6.8

Indiana 40

Indiana New Jersey Employment Industrial 40

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JULY 10, 2013

Amata City Industrial Estate offers 5,692 acres and 40,000 employees in Thailand’s Rayong Province. The productive and insightful business component of the trip was balanced with the pleasures of Thailand’s fine cuisine and its generous hospitality industry. Photo: Thailand Board of Investment.). By Bill Trüb.

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Industrial Zoning Office Products 68

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MARCH 21, 2014

Industries that qualify for the CAPCO program may include manufacturing, processing, or assembling products; conducting research and development; or providing services. ALABAMA INDUSTRIAL ACCESS ROAD & BRIDGE PROGRAM: Provides financial assistance to communities for industrial access to new and expanding industries.

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

When the Panama Canal expansion is complete in 2015, supersized post-Panamax ships from Asia will be able to traverse the canal and, for the first time, have direct all-water shipping access to ports on the Gulf of Mexico and the East Coast. By Jenny Vickers. From the July/August 2013 issue. markets via train or truck.

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Baltimore Delaware New Jersey Virginia 88

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APRIL 5, 2016

The Murrieta Innovation Center celebrated its grand opening with a well-attended ceremonial ribbon cutting in June 2015. Encompassing over 111 square miles, Hesperia’s sphere of influence extends to hundreds of industrial/commercially-zoned acres along the desirable north-south frontage of Interstate 15. Credit: Shane Gibson).

California 40

California Los Angeles San Diego Airports 40

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JULY 6, 2016

T he Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals’ (CSCMP) released its 26th Annual State of Logistics (SoL) Report® in June 2015. The overall cost of the logistics industry rose another 3.1 The transportation sector of the logistics industry grew by 3.6 By Dominique Cantelme From the May/June 2016 Issue. supply chain.

Roads 41

Roads Airports Indiana Transportation 41

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OCTOBER 30, 2017

Johnson County, located on Indianapolis’ near south side, is capitalizing on its prime location and welcoming the logistics industry and scores of distribution centers to the area. When several of our industries were considering major expansions, they became even more involved in the program,” said Plump. In fact, Indiana ranks No.1

Nashville 51

Nashville Airports Transportation Louisiana 51

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DECEMBER 3, 2013

Another popular economic development incentive offered by the state is the Texas Enterprise Zone Program, which enables local communities to partner with the State of Texas to promote job creation and significant private investment, helping assist economically distressed areas of the state. billion in capital investment.

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Texas Education Airports Zoning 49

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MARCH 8, 2016

Commercial District Revolving Loan Funds: ESD has capitalized over $600,000, making funds available to five community-based corporations to administer and make loans to small retail and service businesses in their service areas. Private businesses involved in industrial, manufacturing, warehousing and distribution. Eligibility.

New York 40

New York Finance Products Commercial 40

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MARCH 8, 2016

Industrial Development Bond Program (IDB): Under its IDB Program, the Authority makes loans to manufacturers that qualify as small issue manufacturers. The program is targeted to manufacturing, processing and value-added industries. The New Venture Capital Program will invest up to $300,000.

North Dakota 40

North Dakota Income Finance Equipment 40

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MARCH 9, 2016

3911): This incentive was created to attract growth industries and sectors to Oklahoma in the 21st Century. Target Industries: Knowledge-based service industries, including professional, scientific and technical services; music, film and performing arts; and specialty hospitals. 21st Century Quality Jobs Program (68 O.S.

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Oklahoma Income Finance Commissioning 40

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APRIL 8, 2014

has made Louisiana a prime development state for major capital investments in new and expanding process industries–manufacturers that rely heavily upon natural gas as a feedstock. Record growth of the industry resulted from the extension of the federal Production Tax Credit (PTC) in 2013, which provided up-front tax relief of 2.3

Minnesota 56

Minnesota Iowa New Jersey New Mexico 56

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OCTOBER 18, 2012

The city that rose on three mighty rivers in western PA is home to a number of industrial powerhouses, including aluminum giant Alcoa, U.S. A burgeoning health care industry drives the regional economy in Pittsburgh. Pittsburgh: Healthcare Hub. Pittsburgh, PA perennially makes our list of the most livable cities in the nation.

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Omaha Mobility Georgia Arkansas 76

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FEBRUARY 26, 2014

Mesa Mayor Scott Smith, City Manager Chris Brady and Economic Development Director Bill Jabjiniak assisted Apple with its Foreign Trade Zone application to provide real and personal property tax relief for Apple’s investment in the Mesa site. IBM’s Tech Center in Baton Rouge will open in 2015. FILM INDUSTRY GROWS IN GA.

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MARCH 8, 2016

For FY16 (July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016) EDD has received an appropriation of $50 million in LEDA CO. Pays at least $40,000/year in a community with a population of less than 40,000 for jobs created after July 1, 2015. Certain green industries. Businesses in certain industries are not eligible (e.g., Appointment.

New Mexico 40

New Mexico Compensation Income Railroad 40

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JULY 23, 2013

Borghetti Turbos’ products are marketed under the Master Power brand and used in commercial trucks, high-performance automobiles and marine and industrial applications. Advanced automotive manufacturing is a strong industry for us…”. s intention to create 2,600 jobs in Charlotte and Cary by the end of 2015.

North Carolina 74

North Carolina South Carolina Electrical Charlotte 74

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JULY 11, 2014

Industrial Revenue Bonds (IRB): Can be issued by New Mexico communities to exempt companies from most of the property taxes on land, buildings and equipment. Pay at least $40,000/year in a community with a population of 40,000 or for jobs created prior to June 30, 2015 or $60,000/year for jobs created on or after July 1, 2015.

New Mexico 40

New Mexico Compensation Income Finance 40

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JULY 11, 2014

The borrower can be any person or entity whose business is in manufacturing, processing, value-added processing and targeted service industries. Industrial Development Bond Program (IDB): Under its IDB Program, the Authority makes loans to manufacturers that qualify as small issue manufacturers. The taxable value is calculated at 1.5%

North Dakota 40

North Dakota Income Finance Equipment 40

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2017

Southwest Louisiana is undergoing an industrial renaissance with record amounts of domestic and foreign-direct investment in new chemical and energy projects,” Gov. We encourage all of our industries to consider SWLA as a potential home base for their headquarters facilities.”. Edwards said. “We

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Louisiana Airports Zoning Transportation 72

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AUGUST 30, 2017

The Granite Ridge Development District: The creation of the Granite Ridge Development District, a 913-acre commercial and entertainment zone, involved policy changes as well as active investment attraction. Waterstone Retail of Needham, MA has a 500,000-square-foot center underway with Phase 1 now open and Phase 2 approved by the city.

Rhode Island 52

Rhode Island Connecticut Massachusetts New Hampshire 52

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AUGUST 1, 2014

The thriving high-tech industry in Austin has made Texas the second-largest semiconductor job market after California, according to the Semiconductor Industry Association. the next five-year phase—will focus on eight industries, including clean technology, data centers and digital media.

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Metro Detroit Austin Baltimore 111

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APRIL 12, 2016

According to a release from NJEDA, the Edison VIII fund will invest in up to 25 tech startups in four industry sectors: financial technology, healthcare information technology, marketing technology and something called enterprise 2.0 The power industry is in transition. Businesses in certain industries are not eligible (e.g.,

Indiana 40

Indiana New York New Jersey Wisconsin 40

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OCTOBER 23, 2017

N ew technologies and business models have the heavy/discrete manufacturing industry on the verge of an innovative new period that promises greater productivity and the potential for lower costs, according to a recent report prepared by GE. BRIDG, the world’s first industry-led smart sensor consortium, in Central Florida.

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Kentucky Florida Nebraska New Jersey 42

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AUGUST 1, 2014

In recent years, we transformed this ranking into an analytical assessment of growth potential that gave added weight to industry trends and projected expansion based on commitments from the major automakers. Mercedes’ decision was a game-changer: the German automaker’s arrival opened the door for other industrial giants to come to Alabama.

Louisiana 111

Louisiana Tennessee North Dakota Utah 111

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AUGUST 5, 2019

Certified shovel-ready sites are in growing demand among companies and site selection consultants, and they are an increasingly popular tool for communities to attract new business and industry. Another industry making significant strides is manufacturing. States across the U.S. Lubbock Business Park (Photo: Visit Lubbock).

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Site Iowa Georgia Wisconsin 87

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JULY 15, 2014

The food processing industry works to convert raw materials, such as grains, dairy products and meats, to processed food. Much of the foods found in grocery stores have been processed, and the industry remains one of the largest in the United States. Overall, the food processing industry is largely necessary in today’s society.

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Industrial Arkansas Sacramento Indiana 64

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NOVEMBER 15, 2017

Rauner also enacted an extension of the River Edge Redevelopment Zone tax credit program. The River Edge Redevelopment Zone Program helps stimulate the state’s economy and the local economies where the program is available. Specifically, SB 1783 extends the River Edge Redevelopment Zone tax credit until Dec. Rauner said.

Illinois 53

Illinois Arlington Chicago Airports 53