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NOVEMBER 4, 2013

are implementing site certification programs called “shovel ready”—meaning that the site is primed and ready for economic development. 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.

Site 49

Site Iowa Tennessee Georgia 49

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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

El Paso 106

El Paso Indianapolis Zoning New Jersey 106

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OCTOBER 23, 2017

Thanks in part to its pro-business policies, strong workforce and trade infrastructure, Florida ranks among the nation’s top 10 states for manufacturing. So while the talent base in Florida is strong today, tomorrow’s workforce looks even brighter. BRIDG, the world’s first industry-led smart sensor consortium, in Central Florida.

Kentucky 42

Kentucky Florida Nebraska New Jersey 42

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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 The top states, in descending order, are: California, Washington, Texas, Florida, Arizona, Connecticut and Kansas.

Industrial 40

Industrial Airports Louisiana Florida 40

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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. employment growth. Potential on-site hotel to provide passengers with convenient accommodations.

Risk 40

Risk Airports Nashville Zoning 40

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OCTOBER 13, 2016

foreign trade zones have more than trippled in the past five years, while about a fifth of the goods imported into the U.S. The Hawkeye State has certified sites—ranging from 150 to almost 500 acres—in more than 10 communities that are shovel ready for your latest project. doesn’t close its skills gap. are coming in through FTZs.

Iowa 40

Iowa Mississippi Indiana New Jersey 40

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AUGUST 5, 2013

According to site selection experts, logistics clusters are defined as an agglomeration of logistics activities in one geographic location. According to Sheffi, logistics clusters are “huge employment engines.”. The Corridor offers export assistance and Foreign Trade Zones. By Business Facilities Staff. Clair County.

Memphis 76

Memphis Michigan Transportation Florida 76

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SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

FLORIDA: GATEWAY TO SPACE. Florida has long been the world’s premier gateway to space, the undisputed commercial air traffic hub of the Americas and a major location for flight training and maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO). Embraer has launched several other projects throughout Florida.

Industrial 60

Industrial Products Michigan Defense 60

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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.

Indiana 108

Indiana NJ Georgia Kentucky 108

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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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JUNE 8, 2016

The Cape Coral Westin will soon bring a new conference center on this site, attracting visitors from around the world. The retail sector in the United States includes well over three million retail establishments and according to a report conducted by PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, it is the largest private-sector employer in the U.S.,

Retail 40

Retail Industrial Missouri Florida 40

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AUGUST 7, 2019

Travel ranks 7th in terms of employment compared to other major private industry sectors. Centrally located in Northern Nevada, Fallon is only a short drive from some of the finest outdoor recreation areas in the country, as well as ghost towns, historical sites and the historic mines of Nevada’s past. This generated $2.5

Travel 51

Travel Las Vegas Nevada Florida 51

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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 1, 2014

When jobs stopped getting created (and in many areas employment was still hemorrhaging), we introduced the concept of growth potential as a key measure in our flagship rankings categories. When the Great Recession hit, most of our rankings categories were configured to give you a static snapshot of the leaders in job-creation.

Louisiana 111

Louisiana Tennessee North Dakota Utah 111

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AUGUST 5, 2013

As priorities for site selection requirements change, we adjust the rankings to give you our most credible assessment of which locations are meeting those requirements. Using these criteria, Texas, Florida, Tennessee, Indiana and Georgia took the top five slots in Best Infrastructure, respectively. Here’s a sampling: no.

North Dakota 111

North Dakota Alabama Texas Louisiana 111

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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. Westgate, a new technology park adjacent to Crane, is developing several new commercial business sites.

Roads 41

Roads Airports Indiana Transportation 41

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OCTOBER 15, 2012

AIDT offers comprehensive pre-employment selection and training, post/on-the-job training, maintenance assessments, industrial safety assessments and training, leadership development, and process improvement assessments—all specific to a company’s needs. Growing a High-Tech Workforce in Florida.

New Hampshire 40

New Hampshire Louisiana Alabama Georgia 40

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

CSX has selected the Mount Clare rail yard in Baltimore for the proposed intermodal site. Its key feature is highly automated 30+ lane transfer zones and automated live e-gates. Army Corps of Engineers Artificial Island disposal site in New Jersey. In May 2013, CSX Transportation Inc. THE BAYONNE BRIDGE IS RISING.

Baltimore 88

Baltimore Delaware New Jersey Virginia 88

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JULY 15, 2014

Economic development partners, such as The Workforce Development Board of Oswego County, create opportunities to bring workers and employers together and collaborate with colleges and vocational schools to encourage the development of courses that enhance workers’ skills and meet the needs of employers.

Industrial 64

Industrial Arkansas Sacramento Indiana 64

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JULY 20, 2011

The Code and Guidelines delineate the responsibilities of clients, project managers, contractors , subcontractors, consultants, related entities, industrial associations and employers in the construction industry. This site provides a guide to writing safe codes for plumbing, mechanics and homes. Florida Building Codes Online.

Permits 40

Permits Estimating Regulation Construction 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. South Florida has deep roots in the technology sector, including the distinction of being the birthplace of IBM’s PC in the early 1980s. A burgeoning health care industry drives the regional economy in Pittsburgh.

Omaha 76

Omaha Mobility Georgia Arkansas 76

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AUGUST 14, 2017

The company will create 140 full-time jobs at a surface coal mine site repurposed for new industry. Targeted for a 60-acre site, AppHarvest’s 2 million square-foot greenhouse will rank among the world’s largest where it will grow fresh vegetables year round for consumption on the U.S. New York City and beyond.

Industrial 60

Industrial Indiana New Jersey Products 60

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JANUARY 14, 2014

When completed, the highway will bisect the region as a major transportation expressway traveling through rural areas to reach the front door of the Indianapolis International Airport and creating new interchange sites for manufacturers and logistics facilities seeking easy interstate access. Areva Pharmaceuticals, Inc., For example, 62.2

Indiana 49

Indiana America Roads Indianapolis 49

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AUGUST 1, 2017

The July / August 2017 issue features our 13th annual rankings report, presenting the top states, metros and global locations from every possible economic development angle. Read: July / August 2017 Issue (Volume 50, Number 4).

Metro 40

Metro Minnesota Nevada Arizona 40

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Certifications • Florida Building Contractor. Extracurricular • Akel Cares partners with Feeding South Florida and other local nonprofits. Secret Life • Enjoys analyzing land zoning and development layouts for fun. . . . . Delray Beach, Fla. . Lucie, Fla. Lindsay Haltom, 39. Director of Marketing. Homes By Taber.

Industrial 98

Industrial El Paso Education Cleveland 98