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JULY 7, 2016

The project will break ground this summer, employing 200 during construction before opening its doors towards the end of the first quarter of 2017. Read Cascades Tissue Expanding In Oregon on Business Facilities - Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions. Cascades Tissue Expanding In Oregon.

Oregon 75

Oregon Zoning Site Employment 75

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AUGUST 23, 2017

From the July/August 2017 Issue. What’s more, Arizona offers a robust portfolio of programs and resources supporting both large and emerging tech employers. Currently, Peoria has three dynamic, shovel-ready sites in highly sought-after areas of the city. Zoned mixed-use/commercial. By the BF Staff. City of Peoria).

Arizona 76

Arizona Innovation San Diego Phoenix 76

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NOVEMBER 7, 2017

From the September/October 2017 Issue. Our partners and we are addressing infrastructure such as river ports, highways, workforce initiatives, community, sites and buildings preparation. Build-Ready assures that utilities, zoning, permits and even a building pad are all taken care of before a company has made the decision to locate.

Kentucky 64

Kentucky Louisville Certification Education 64

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SEPTEMBER 23, 2019

Considered one of Construction’s ‘Fatal Four’ , falls from height accounted for 381 out of 971 deaths in 2017 in the construction sector, and was the leading cause of construction worker deaths. Controlled Access Zones. Passive Fall Protection Systems such as guardrails or covers can be employed to prevent a fall from occurring.

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OSHA Innovation Injury Safety 48

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SEPTEMBER 23, 2019

Considered one of Construction’s ‘Fatal Four’ , falls from height accounted for 381 out of 971 deaths in 2017 in the construction sector, and was the leading cause of construction worker deaths. Controlled Access Zones. Passive Fall Protection systems such as guardrails or covers can be employed to prevent a fall from occurring.

OSHA 48

OSHA Innovation Injury Safety 48

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DECEMBER 6, 2017

From the September/October 2017 Issue. Governor Kim Reynolds is calling on educators, employers and legislators to collaborate to add 120,000 Iowans with postsecondary degrees or credentials to the state’s workforce by 2025. IOWA’S CERTIFIED SITES PROGRAM. As many as seven additional sites are undergoing inspection this year.

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Iowa Site Illinois Education 43

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APRIL 18, 2013

Key to the new marketing initiative was a CEO Council-sponsored hosting event for leading corporate real estate executives, site selection consultants and media outlets, which included a reception at Nova Southeastern University’s new $50-million Oceanographic Center. Cabela’s site is part of Nebraska Technology Park. The company $7.2-million

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El Paso Indianapolis Zoning New Jersey 106

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JULY 11, 2014

For a list of Pennsylvania economic development agencies that can help with the site selection process, visit our Online Site Seekers’ Guide. Business In Our Sites Grants & Loans: A $300 million statewide loan pool, created by the issuance of bonds. Maximum loan amount is $350,000.

Pennsylvania 45

Pennsylvania Finance Zoning Banking 45

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DECEMBER 22, 2015

Construction is scheduled to begin in early 2016 and GM Financial will begin occupying the building in the first quarter of 2017. “As This additional facility will help us do that by expanding our workforce and service capacity in a strong and vibrant employment market. million state incentive from the Texas Enterprise Fund.

San Antonio 40

San Antonio Fort Worth Texas Arlington 40

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AUGUST 21, 2017

From the July/August 2017 Issue . Florida ranks fourth in the nation for high tech employment. A 2016 study of 18 blue-chip tech employers conducted by PayScale found that most had fewer than 30 percent female employees; none had 50 percent or more. By the BF Staff. Photo © Ketterman). Look where the talent is.

Florida 72

Florida Tampa Airports Employment 72

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AUGUST 25, 2021

In 2017 FPL purchased?the? FPL’s combined 10-year site plan includes a significant increase in battery storage deployment with approximately 700 MW of additional battery storage, for a total of 1,200 MW of battery storage by 2030. This was the message to corporate site selectors and economic developers at a recent national conference.

Florida 115

Florida New York Electrical Innovation 115

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DECEMBER 7, 2017

From the September/October 2017 Issue. Shovel ready sites available in Fruita, CO with a view. Here are 5 reasons Colorado’s Grand Valley should be at the top of your site relocation list: An outdoor playground unlike any other. Most also qualify for multiple tax credits through the Colorado Enterprise Zone.

Colorado 43

Colorado Airports Site Resource 43

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NOVEMBER 22, 2017

From the September/October 2017 Issue. Boyd Rutherford (left) and Environment Secretary Ben Grumbles, discusses his 2017 Environmental Package. Larry Hogan’s 2017 environmental agenda, which the governor unveiled in January. By the BF Staff. T he Maryland state legislature has allocated $7.5 Larry Hogan, with Lt.

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Maryland Innovation Green Baltimore 45

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JUNE 8, 2018

More than $7 billion in goods were shipped from Minnesota to Asia in 2017, with shipments to Japan notching a 30 percent increase over the previous year. Read: Asian Markets Spur Exports Surge from Minnesota at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Minnesota Zoning Transportation Employment 40

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JUNE 22, 2016

McAuliffe signed Executive Order 23 establishing “The New Virginia Economy” Workforce Initiative which laid out plans to overhaul Virginia’s economy in four ways: increasing postsecondary education and workforce credentials; securing employment for veterans; aligning education with the needs of businesses; and diversifying the economy.

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MAY 6, 2016

The company, which is the world’s fastest growing top 10 software company, will begin moving into Salesforce Tower Indianapolis in early 2017. Plans for the new office include collaboration spaces, mindfulness areas and social zones. Salesforce To Grow Regional HQ, Add 800 Jobs In Indiana. salesforce.

Indiana 40

Indiana Indianapolis San Francisco Innovation 40

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APRIL 15, 2014

Industrial Revenue Bonds: May be used as long-term financing of up to 100% of a project for: Acquisition of land, buildings, site preparation and improvements; Construction of buildings; Acquisition and installation of furnishings, fixtures and equipment; Capitalizable soft costs (e.g.,

Income 108

Income Finance Zoning Employment 108

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OCTOBER 26, 2016

CoStar Group is eligible to receive state benefits from the Virginia Enterprise Zone Program, administered by the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development. Read CoStar Creating 732 Jobs At Virginia R&D Center on Business Facilities - Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.

Virginia 40

Virginia DC Education Office 40

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JULY 11, 2014

For a list of North Carolina economic development agencies that can help with the site selection process, visit our Online Site Seekers’ Guide. Site and Infrastructure Grant Fund: Provides assistance for site development and infrastructure improvements for very high-impact projects. in 2014 and 5.75% in 2015.

North Carolina 45

North Carolina Finance Income DOT 45

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MARCH 9, 2016

For a list of Washington economic development agencies that can help with the site selection process, visit our Online Site Seekers’ Guide. Energy Efficiency and Solar Grants: Commerce received a $25,000,000 appropriation in the 2015-2017 state Capital budget to continue the program. WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT.

Washington 40

Washington Commercial Employment Retail 40

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MARCH 21, 2014

Types of Capital Credit projects include: New Project or Expansion Project: Consists of new investment at a new site in Alabama, or new investment that will expand the capacity and the number of employees at an existing facility. The law allows more than one project on the same site.

Income 75

Income Finance Zoning Equipment 75

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AUGUST 5, 2019

I n order to attract new development, locations have to be prepared for it and have sites that are ready to hit the ground running. are implementing site certification programs that give available sites a shovel ready designation—meaning that the site is primed and ready for economic development. States across the U.S.

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Site Iowa Georgia Wisconsin 87

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JULY 6, 2016

Through the Enterprise Zones Program business and industry can realize state incentives such as Job Creation Grants and Real Property Investment Grants, while also realizing a number of local tax and other incentives. Section 5 is scheduled to be finished by June 2017. Midwest Airports. billion pounds of cargo landing at the airport.

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Roads Airports Indiana Transportation 41

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AUGUST 7, 2019

Travel ranks 7th in terms of employment compared to other major private industry sectors. commercial gaming in the 2017 calendar year. commercial casino industry directly employed more than 361,000 employees in 2017, and those employees earned more than $17 billion in wages, benefits and tips. This generated $2.5

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Travel Las Vegas Nevada Florida 51

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APRIL 24, 2017

Read Energizing Louisiana’s Future on Business Facilities - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions. Louisiana is ready to be the prime global hub for liquefied natural gas exports, and it’s aiming to be the national leader in cybersecurity.

Louisiana 55

Louisiana Site Zoning Transportation 55

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MAY 5, 2016

A fter several years of job losses, aerospace and defense sector employment is expected to grow in 2016 by more than 39,000 jobs in the U.S., This reverses a five-year trend that resulted in employment decreases of 9.4 aerospace and defense sector continues to be one of the top employers in the U.S. Acadiana is home to PHI, Inc.,

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Industrial Airports Louisiana Florida 40

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MARCH 8, 2016

For a list of New Mexico economic development agencies that can help with the site selection process, visit our Online Site Seekers’ Guide. 55% of the receipts from selling jet fuel for use in turboprop or jet engines until June 30, 2017; 40% after June 30, 2017. Qualified employers: .

New Mexico 40

New Mexico Compensation Income Railroad 40

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FEBRUARY 26, 2014

Apple’s new manufacturing facility will rise on the site of the former First Solar plant in Mesa, AZ. “Arizona’s team moved quickly to put together an attractive package that put the Mesa site front and center as Apple considered locations for its renewed commitment to U.S. Photo: solarsystems-usa.net). manufacturing.”

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MARCH 8, 2016

For a list of North Dakota economic development agencies that can help with the site selection process, visit our Online Site Seekers’ Guide. Total credits are limited to $2 million in any per calendar year for 2013-2015 and $500,000 per calendar year for 2016 and 2017.

North Dakota 40

North Dakota Income Finance Equipment 40

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APRIL 6, 2016

Situated on an 18-acre site in Duluth, the 185,000-square-foot office complex will have the capacity to hold up to 1,000 contact center workers. The expansion—scheduled to be completed by the end of 2017—will add an additional 450 employees, bringing the company’s total presence in Georgia to approximately 4,500 employees.

Georgia 40

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JULY 11, 2014

For a list of New Mexico economic development agencies that can help with the site selection process, visit our Online Site Seekers’ Guide. High Wage Jobs Tax Credit: A taxpayer who is an eligible employer may apply for and receive a tax credit for each new high-wage economic-base job. Tax Incentives.

New Mexico 40

New Mexico Compensation Income Finance 40

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OCTOBER 18, 2012

Two of the leading employers, UPMC and West Penn Allegheny Health System, together account for more than 50,000 jobs. Little Rock, AR is a center for several major employers in a variety of industries including healthcare, service, government and agriculture. A burgeoning health care industry drives the regional economy in Pittsburgh.

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Omaha Mobility Georgia Arkansas 76

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2017

From the July/August 2017 Issue. Infrastructure and a workforce that specializes in industrial sector employment are two areas where many competing locals around the nation fall short when compared to Southwest Louisiana. In order to qualify, each site has to be rigorously evaluated and proven to be ready for development.

Louisiana 72

Louisiana Airports Zoning Transportation 72

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APRIL 12, 2016

The Pennsylvania Rapid Bridge Replacement project aims to replace 558 aging bridges across the Keystone State by the end of 2017. The plant is expected to provide roughly 1,500 jobs on-site and support 1,500 more among area suppliers. Trainees must be guaranteed full-time employment upon successful completion of the training program.

Indiana 40

Indiana New York New Jersey Wisconsin 40

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OCTOBER 30, 2017

From the September/October 2017 Issue. which is now the city of Greenwood’s second largest employer. There are also 12 new residential subdivisions planned, and the county recently added 350 acres zoned industrial, which can accommodate more than 3 million square feet of new development. By the BF Staff. percent increase.

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Nashville Airports Transportation Louisiana 51

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MARCH 28, 2014

Businesses will be able to locate in these zones and operate 100 percent tax-free for 10 years (no income, business, sales or property taxes and no franchise fees). The geographic boundaries have been extended, and capital investment and employment eligibility requirements have been reduced. ACHIEVEMENT IN CLUSTER DEVELOPMENT.

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APRIL 7, 2016

The massive project prepares the facility to produce the 2017 class of F-Series Super Duty. Through the Kentucky Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (KY FAME), an industry-led apprentice-style program, students gain experience with a potential permanent employer while continuing their education at no cost to the student.

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Industrial Kentucky Mississippi Louisville 40