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Transforming shopping malls into 21st century neighborhoods

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Marc Asnis, AICP MFPRO+ Blog University Buildings Healthcare Facilities Mixed-Use Apartments Retail Centers Shopping Centers Designers Architects Adaptive Reuse Exterior Restoration Interior Architecture Sustainability Sustainable Development The death of the 20th century shopping mall is evident all across the country.

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Florida: A Warm Climate For Business Growth

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Florida consistently ranks among the best states for business, thanks to its pro-business state tax policies, competitive cost of doing business and streamlined regulatory environment. Business dollars go a lot farther in Florida given the state’s tax advantages, tax exemptions and no state personal income tax. Photo © Ketterman).

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Maryland Bans Polystyrene and Enacts 31 other New Environmental Laws

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The Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) may adopt regulations to implement the bills. In Maryland, state law does not address carryout bags provided by retail establishments. In Maryland, over 640,000 public school students receive transportation services. Climate Change and Renewable Energy. Zero-emission Vehicles.

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Location Focus: Illinois – Trying to Make Headway in Every Way

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According to the Chicago Tribune , “The fund will award convertible notes initially ranging from $100,000 to $500,000 to early-stage Illinois-based companies working in renewable energy, energy efficiency, smart grid, next-generation transportation and water resource management. Quinn said. ARLINGTON HEIGHTS: PRIMED TO GROW, THRIVE.

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LOCATION FOCUS: Kansas – Diversification From The Ground Up

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Building from an agribusiness base, the state today is thriving and competitive in manufacturing, professional services and wholesale and retail trades. Excellent transportation corridors. Aggressive local incentives, based on the quality of jobs, and state incentives, including income tax credits. Business-friendly policies.

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Location Focus: Florida – Rebounded And Ready

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percent and transportation and warehousing which grew by 3.8 Florida’s rebound from the recession has created an economic environment that has been drawing even more businesses to the state. New conceptual plans offer two options: as a new Retail District or an Office Park. percent, construction which grew by 3.9

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SPECIAL REPORT: The Carolinas Are Bringing The Business

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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.”. South Carolina offers us an excellent business environment with a dedicated and skilled workforce.