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From the January/February 2014 issue. In addition to a strong work ethic, Kansas workers are highly educated. The state ranks 17th in the nation for percentage of adults, 25 and over, with a high school education, and 16th for percentage of adults with a college degree. Photo: Kansas Department of Commerce.).

Kansas 45

Kansas Railroad Education Income 45

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AUGUST 1, 2014

From the July/August 2014 issue . Nowhere is this more evident that in the unprecedented cooperation between higher education resources and business in LA. Department of Education recently released its assessment of the progress made by recipients of Race to the Top (RTTP)?funding By Business Facilities Staff.

Louisiana 111

Louisiana Tennessee North Dakota Utah 111

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MARCH 28, 2014

From the March/April 2014 issue. The focus of our 2014 Economic Development Awards is Achievement. Without further ado, here are the winners of our 2014 Economic Development Awards. This quickly expanding success story has earned the Georgia Department of Economic Development our 2014 Achievement in Cluster Development Award.

Indiana 108

Indiana NJ Georgia Kentucky 108

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AUGUST 23, 2017

Air Force Research Laboratory for several years, the City purchased the facility in 2014, renamed it, and retained its high security protocols. Moreover, The Phoenix East Valley region, anchored by Mesa, has a much higher educational attainment rate than the national average. Zoned mixed-use/commercial. After leasing the U.S.

Arizona 76

Arizona Innovation San Diego Phoenix 76

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MAY 20, 2014

From the March/April 2014 issue. In January 2014, Governor Corbett, Comcast Corporation and Liberty Property Trust announced the construction of Comcast Innovation and Technology Center in Center City Philadelphia, a $1.2 By Robert Tilton. Photo: Greater Reading Economic Partnership.). billion, 59-story tower. Reliable electric grid.

Pennsylvania 47

Pennsylvania Philadelphia Zoning Innovation 47

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OCTOBER 17, 2016

Foreign-Trade Zones (FTZs) Program was created in 1934 with the goal of helping businesses in the U.S. According to the National Association of Foreign Trade Zones (NAFTZ), in 2014, goods exported directly from U.S. billion in 2014, accounting for 12.1 military forces. It has been a critical tool in helping U.S.

Risk 40

Risk Airports Nashville Zoning 40

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NOVEMBER 26, 2013

Composed of a combination of leading private sector employers, educational institutions and a variety of governmental bodies, the EDC is positioned to address the expansion and retention needs of Macon County’s existing business and employer base along with prospective businesses looking in and around the Decatur area for the first time.

Illinois 79

Illinois St. Louis Railroad Zoning 79

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JULY 28, 2014

From the May/June 2014 issue. In 2014, aviation-related commodities made up over $43 billion of exports through Washington. It enjoys strong support from and close cooperation among government, industry, labor, education and community leaders. The industrial park is zoned for heavy industry. Photo: seattle.gov.).

Washington 45

Washington Industrial Long Beach Zoning 45

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MAY 18, 2016

This ribbon-cutting would not have been possible without the shared commitment of CGI and its local partners in higher education, economic development, state and local governments and the Acadiana community,” said CGI Federal President Tim Hurlebaus. million higher education initiative led by UL Lafayette. Photo: CGI).

Louisiana 54

Louisiana Employment Leases Education 54

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AUGUST 1, 2014

From the July/August 2014 issue. To read about the 2014 state rankings, visit this link.). Baton Rouge, LA has had great success in executing its strategy of bringing together business and higher education in innovative public-private partnerships that spur initiatives in new high-growth sectors. By Business Facilities Staff.

Metro 111

Metro Detroit Austin Baltimore 111

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JUNE 22, 2016

Here’s the good news: most of the states (and the federal government) got the memo (Workforce Training is Job One) and they are moving aggressively to put in place innovative and highly effective workforce training programs that put forward-thinking businesses and higher education resources on the same team. In August 2014, Gov.

Engineering 75

Engineering Oklahoma North Carolina Virginia 75

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JULY 6, 2016

percent in 2014 to $1.45 percent in 2014. percent in 2014 due to stronger shipment volumes and inventory carrying charges that were up 2.1 In 2014, consumers began to drive the economy once again as consumer confidence measures soared,” said Wilson. percent to $80 billion in 2014. percent in 2014.

Roads 41

Roads Airports Indiana Transportation 41

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

From the July/August 2014 issue. Cape Coral hosts diverse investment zones, commercial corridors and industrial parks suitable for a wide range of corporate and entrepreneurial pursuits. Chief Executive magazine’s 2014 survey of CEOs ranked Florida #2 on its listing of “Best/Worst States for Business.” By Dominique Cantelme.

Florida 46

Florida Tampa Airports Miami 46

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SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

From the July/August 2014 issue. According to Deloitte’s 2014 Global Aerospace and Defense Outlook , the commercial aerospace sector is expected to experience significant growth this year, driven by continued record-setting production levels at assembly facilities and throughout the aerospace supplier network. By Shana Daley.

Industrial 60

Industrial Products Michigan Defense 60

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MARCH 9, 2016

This program is a matching grant program to assist eligible institutions of higher education in recruiting distinguished researchers. Texas Research & Development Tax Credit: In 2013, the 83rd Texas Legislature enacted House Bill 800 creating a Research & Development tax credit effective January 1, 2014. TAX INCENTIVES.

Texas 40

Texas Finance Electrical Products 40

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2014

From the July/August 2014 issue. Projections show that even just a 15 percent increase in 2014 could generate an additional 1,725 jobs and infuse another $10 million into Illinois’ economy.”. Existing Foreign Trade Zone and U.S. By Robert Tilton. Pat Quinn and state agencies are working together to advance Illinois.

Illinois 51

Illinois Arlington Chicago Airports 51

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In 2014 the legislature established the original “Coast Smart” siting and design criteria requirements including created a Coast Smart Council. PSC must also add further educational information related to electric customer choice on its website. Sea Level Rise Inundation and Coastal Flooding. Oil Cleanup .

Maryland 120

Maryland Permits Sewer Housing 120

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NOVEMBER 4, 2013

The company plans to open its facility in January 2014. Shovel Ready Silver certified sites means that its documentation is less than one year old and has proper zoning and infrastructure built to the property. To get ready, many states across the U.S. The program also has two additional tiers of readiness.

Site 49

Site Iowa Tennessee Georgia 49

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FEBRUARY 26, 2014

From the January/February 2014 issue. 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. Photo: solarsystems-usa.net).

Deals 107

Deals Georgia Arizona Atlanta 107

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JUNE 5, 2014

From the May/June 2014 issue. The Horizon 2020 framework program, for example, covers the period 2014 to 2020, and it is the EU‘s main instrument for supporting research, development and innovation in Europe. As part of Germany’s High Tech Strategy, the Federal Ministry of Education and Research initiated a Top Cluster competition.

Georgia 68

Georgia Pennsylvania Innovation Industrial 68

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SEPTEMBER 26, 2013

percent in 2014, 2.8 percent); Education & Health Services (2.4 Rick Scott signed a bill into law that will eliminate sales tax on the purchase of manufacturing equipment starting April 30, 2014. percent in 2014 and 4.1 And that “Upwardly revised payroll job growth year-over-year should average just 1.8 percent).”.

Florida 74

Florida Zoning Airports Employment 74

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APRIL 18, 2013

In 2012, the Partnership completed 100 annual surveys of key businesses in the region; it is spearheading key workforce issues including the development of a career academy which will be a partnership between Lincoln Public Schools and Southeast Community College to provide career-based educated for juniors and seniors in the LPS District.

El Paso 106

El Paso Indianapolis Zoning New Jersey 106

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MARCH 22, 2016

Brampton’s young, educated and diverse labor force is matched by its ideal location. Brampton has access to a large pool of highly skilled workers and to trained employees and graduates from first-rate post-secondary educational institutions. at the groundbreaking ceremony in October 2014. Brampton is a people-powered economy.

Indiana 40

Indiana New Jersey Employment Industrial 40

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NOVEMBER 22, 2017

Job creation and real property tax credits are available in our Enterprise Zones; workforce technical training grants support a skilled workforce; cost-saving energy programs are available through our utility partners; and the Harford Metro Area Network’s broadband access can provide redundancy through dark fiber and lit service.

Maryland 45

Maryland Innovation Green Baltimore 45

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Education • BA, Business Administration, The George Washington University • MDes, Real Estate Development and Finance, Harvard University. Education • BS, Architecture, Lawrence Technological University. Education • BS, Medical Sciences, University of Arkansas. Education • BS, Marketing, Louisiana Tech University.

Industrial 98

Industrial El Paso Education Cleveland 98

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In 2012, Air Canada announced the construction of their Systems Operations Control Centre (SOC) which will open in 2014 and essentially be the new “nerve centre” of the airline. Port Colborne is part of Ontario’s new Gateway Economic Centre and includes an area designated as Niagara’s Economic Growth Zone.

Green 40

Green Airports America Employment 40

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JULY 23, 2013

In our wireless world, mobile and broadband networks create economic opportunities for health care, manufacturing, education, transportation and public safety, and virtually every other economic section.”. The investment we’re making in our wireless and wireline networks is essential to spurring South Carolina’s economy and creating jobs.

North Carolina 74

North Carolina South Carolina Electrical Charlotte 74

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MAY 12, 2014

From the March/April 2014 issue. The Midwest Inland Port is served by a Foreign Trade Zone and provides local Customs Clearing, features that are being enhanced to provide a more robust set of service offerings. Quality higher education is available through local and regional offerings. By Business Facilities Editorial Staff.

Industrial 57

Industrial New Mexico Railroad Airports 57

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APRIL 15, 2014

ALABAMA - updated for 2014. Property Tax Abatements: The Tax Incentive Reform Act of 1992 (TIRA) allows qualified industries to receive abatements of non-educational property taxes for new businesses locating to Alabama and for expansions of existing facilities in Alabama. Inventory is exempt from property tax.

Income 108

Income Finance Zoning Employment 108

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OCTOBER 23, 2017

Taking advantage of that strong educational and training foundation is the new BRIDG (Building the Innovation Development Gap) facility at NeoCity in Osceola County. The excellent support we have received from Bay County EDA, Governor Rick Scott’s office, higher educational partners and The St. Photo: Enterprise Florida).

Kentucky 42

Kentucky Florida Nebraska New Jersey 42

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JUNE 19, 2014

From the May/June 2014 issue. Since its inception in 2008, the program has recognized 47 active AdvantageSite locations in the state after meeting guidelines such as utility and environmental standards, size, zoning and accessibility. as of May 2014). By Jenny Vickers. Across the U.S., million in capital investments.

Site 66

Site Wisconsin Georgia Certification 66

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JANUARY 27, 2014

“Louisiana’s capital has had great success in executing its strategy of bringing together business and higher education in innovative public-private partnerships that spur initiatives in new high-growth sectors,” Rogers said. The full report will appear in the January/February 2014 issue of the magazine.

Deals 105

Deals Georgia Arizona Phoenix 105

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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.

Texas 49

Texas Education Airports Zoning 49

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OCTOBER 17, 2012

With an educated workforce of more than 1.6 It has two Foreign Trade Zones and a transportation network that includes an international airport, Page Field, a general aviation airport, and I-75. Two Foreign Trade Zones; I-75, I-4, and I-95; the Florida Turnpike; four U.S. These efforts have gained national recognition.

Florida 40

Florida Airports Transportation Infrastructure 40

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MARCH 21, 2014

ENTERPRISE ZONE CREDIT: To stimulate growth in depressed areas of the state, Alabama offers certain tax credit incentives to business that locate or expand within a designated enterprise zone. The requirements are: Program must have written approval from the Alabama Department of Education. percent, between 2014 and 2017.

Income 75

Income Finance Zoning Equipment 75

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APRIL 8, 2014

From the March/April 2014 issue. In 2013, 459,380 kilowatt (KW) hours were generated by wind farms in Nebraska, a number that is expected to reach 534,380 KW hours in 2014. In January 2014, Texas completed the last segment of the $6.8-billion By Jenny Vickers and Jack Rogers. It’s just a clean product.”.

Minnesota 56

Minnesota Iowa New Jersey New Mexico 56

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MAY 5, 2016

million workers in 2014, and another 3.2 billion in state and local income taxes in 2014, a $1.5 billion in 2014, a 9.9 Pulling from this highly educated and skilled workforce, Piper attracts and retains the best talent. According to the study, the aerospace and defense sector directly employed 1.2 million indirectly.

Industrial 40

Industrial Airports Louisiana Florida 40