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INDUSTRY FOCUS: The Process of Food

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The plant will initially create 286 production jobs when it opens in 2013. million of infrastructure (roads, water, sewer, lighting and a railroad siding) was constructed at no cost to local taxpayers. Economic development agencies are diligently working with other projects actively considering locating at the Ag-park.

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The Process of Food

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The plant will initially create 286 production jobs when it opens in 2013. million of infrastructure (roads, water, sewer, lighting and a railroad siding) was constructed at no cost to local taxpayers. Economic development agencies are diligently working with other projects actively considering locating at the Ag-park.

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Industry Focus: Logistics – Going With The Flow

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Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Hours of Service (HOS) rule that went into effect on July 1, 2013 could create a reduction in industry productivity, projecting the need for another 100,000 drivers without an increase in shipping volume. Subsequently, the U.S. a total of 31,900 route miles.

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FEATURE STORY: Racing To Be Ready – U.S. Ports Prepare for Post Panamax Era

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From the July/August 2013 issue. In January 2013, four Super Post-Panamax cranes became operational on the new container berth. In April 2013, P3 legislation was signed into law, providing the private sector with a stronger, more predictable and streamlined process for future P3 projects. In May 2013, CSX Transportation Inc.

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LOCATION FOCUS: California Dreamin’ – A Rebound Fueled By New Energy

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From the January/February 2013 issue. Jerry Brown fired the two state regulators who had overseen a 70 percent decline in state drilling permits since 2008, a notable turnaround for a state leader who in his first stint as governor in the 1970s pioneered many of California’s landmark environmental protection statutes.

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STATE FOCUS: Lassoing Jobs In Texas

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From the September/October 2013 issue. Through the end of January 2013, the TETF has allocated more than $200 million in funds to 140 early stage companies, and $216 million in grant matching and research superiority funds to Texas universities. Hands-on training at Byron Martin Advanced Technology Center. Credit: Lubbock EDA.).

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Cover Story: 2014 Business Facilities – Metro And Global Rankings

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Construction officially started on the $600-million facility in April 2013 and aircraft assembly is planned to begin in 2015, with a targeted 2016 delivery of its first A320 jetliner. In late 2013, Gov. In January 2013, four Super Post-Panamax cranes became operational on the new container berth. Youngstown, OH: Exports Engine.

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