30 Sep 2016

Planning for future growth and fostering private investment.

fyi – GA’s Energy Cities at Work

3rd Quarter, 2016

In this issue, Newnan Mayor Keith Brady discusses its new comprehensive plan, “One priority that surfaced throughout the process was a desire for the final plan to encourage private investment. We want to minimize municipal red-tape whenever it impedes a business friendly environment. Enhancing existing infrastructure is critical to furthering that business-friendly environment and quality of life. New parking solutions and possible high-speed rail are envisioned.”

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08 Sep 2016

Sentury Tire to create more than 1,000 jobs in Troup County

September 8, 2016 – Gov. Nathan Deal today announced that Sentury Tire, the fifth-largest and fastest-growing tire manufacturer in China, will create more than 1,000 jobs and invest $530 million in a car and light truck tire manufacturing operation in Troup County.

“Sentury Tire’s commitment to locate in LaGrange speaks to Georgia’s business-friendly climate and the strong relationship we maintain with our economic partners in China” said Deal. “We value Sentury Tire’s investment in Georgia and the vision of the company’s leadership for continued growth in Troup County. I am positive that Georgia’s automotive manufacturing and technology capabilities will be assets to Sentury Tire as the company serves a growing customer base.”

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29 Aug 2016

Variety Wholesalers, Inc. to create 320 jobs in Newnan, GA

August 29, 2016 – Gov. Nathan Deal today announced that Variety Wholesalers, Inc., a retail store chain, will establish its second major distribution center in Coweta County, creating 320 jobs and investing approximately $10.5 million in the Newnan area.

“Georgia’s business climate and transportation infrastructure continue to attract major businesses such as Variety Wholesalers to the state,” said Deal. “Variety Wholesalers’ decision to expand to Coweta County speaks to Georgia’s growing commercial infrastructure, demonstrates the significant investment opportunities offered by our ports and will further establish our state as an industrial magnet.”

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30 Jun 2016

Finding new energy to engage your community.

fyi – GA’s Energy Cities at Work

2nd Quarter, 2016

In this issue, Pretoria Farms, LLC is bringing an 18,000 square foot microbrewery facility in downtown Albany, GA and along with it a great deal of excitement for a city eager to revitalize its city core. This project will put downtown Albany among a growing list of cities such as Athens, Columbus, Macon, and Savannah, who have embraced the growing trend of locating microbreweries as anchors for their downtown.    “This project has the opportunity to transform our downtown; other restaurants and retail will likely follow,” explains Albany Mayor Dorothy Hubbard.

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