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President Obama’s Promise Zones Initiative

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On January 9, 2014, the President announced the next step in those efforts by naming the first five “Promise Zones.” THE PROMISE ZONES INITIATIVE. The five Promise Zones announced are part of the 20 that will be announced over the next three years. so that each partner can work towards improvement and accountability.

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Oklahoma Incentives and Workforce Development Guide

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For a list of Oklahoma economic development agencies that can help with the site selection process, visit our Online Site Seekers’ Guide. 3911): This incentive was created to attract growth industries and sectors to Oklahoma in the 21st Century. For more information, contact the Oklahoma Department of Commerce.

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UPDATE: Seven New Locations Added To President Obama’s Promise Zones Initiative

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On January 9, 2014, the President announced the next step in those efforts by naming the first five “Promise Zones.” THE PROMISE ZONES INITIATIVE. The five Promise Zones announced are part of the 20 that will be announced over the next three years. so that each partner can work towards improvement and accountability.

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Workforce Training: Engineering A Skilled Workforce

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Strong occupational and technical training programs designed to meet manufacturers’ needs are provided by the Virginia Community College System (VCCS) through its 23 colleges across the Commonwealth. Culpeper’s five strategically located Tech Zones provide incentives to qualified technology zone businesses.

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Business Facilities’ 15th Annual Rankings: State Rankings Report

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Iowa, Oklahoma, California and Kansas fill out the top five, respectively. OPPORTUNITY ZONES ARE HERE. The authors of the Opportunity Zones section of the tax reform bill, Sen. The authors of the Opportunity Zones section of the tax reform bill, Sen. Cory Booker of NJ and Sen. that need it the most.

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Snapshots: 60 Seconds… With Lesley Whatley, Director, START-UP NY

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BF: START-UP NY will make SUNY campuses and other university communities in NY tax-free zones for new, expanding businesses. LW: START-UP NY is designed to attract businesses to relocate, start up or expand in New York State. How does it work?

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High-performance roofing strategies

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Designing beyond code minimums could help a roof stay intact with minimal damage during a storm. Local laws or regulations may demand design and performance requirements specific to their jurisdiction. The selection of durable materials and system configurations play a role in the design of high-performance roofs.

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