Denton reports record 392 incentivized jobs and $344.5 million in capital investment in 2025; Novartis and Panel Ray among noted projects City staff presented the 2025 economic development annual report on March 11, saying incentivized projects produced 392 jobs and $344,500,000 in capital investment; staff highlighted Panel Ray's expansion, Novartis Gene Therapies' announced move, and an active pipeline that includes Project Cloud and a closed-session item on Project Orange.

Denton is soaring with a record 392 new jobs and $344.5 million in capital investment projected for 2025, thanks to exciting projects like Novartis and Panel Ray!

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Lodi adopts five-year economic development plan and extends ad hoc committee Council adopted a five-year Economic Development Strategic Plan that sets 60 action items across eight strategy categories and extended the economic development ad hoc committee for one year to guide implementation and coordinate with the downtown specific plan.

Lodi City Council just approved a groundbreaking five-year Economic Development Strategic Plan packed with 60 action items aimed at boosting business and community growth!

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Chamber outlines recruitment and retention plan; board pulls item into executive session for legal review San Angelo Chamber vice president Michael O'Looney presented a marketing and recruitment plan focused on business retention-and-expansion and external recruitment; board members raised contract and outsourcing questions and moved the Chamber item into executive session for legal counsel, and later requested quarterly financial reports and a revised budget supplement.

The San Angelo Chamber of Commerce is reshaping its recruitment strategy, but legal questions have pushed discussions into executive session—what’s at stake for the local economy?

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South Coast Chamber presents five‑year strategic plan and starts economic development foundation The South Coast Chamber of Commerce unveiled a five‑year strategic plan and announced formation of a Santa Barbara Economic Development Foundation (a 501(c)(3)) to expand workforce development, streamline permitting input and gather local economic data to support business retention and growth across the region.

The South Coast Chamber of Commerce has launched an ambitious five-year plan to transform Santa Barbara's economy, creating a foundation to boost workforce development and streamline business growth.

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Ashland economic development staff says recruitment advancing; $2 million earmark is restricted fund balance Economic development staff updated the commission on hotel recruitment, business retention and industrial site remediation; staff clarified the previously cited $2,000,000 economic development designation is a restricted fund-balance item, not cash on hand, and Copeland property remediation is moving from EPA oversight to state review.

Ashland's economic development is on the rise, with new business guides and a $2 million fund set for future growth, but questions remain about cash availability and site remediation progress.

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Main Street Partnership highlights local business support, seeks data-driven investments for downtown Simsbury Main Street Partnership presented its 2025 accomplishments and 2026 priorities to the Board of Selectmen, emphasizing business retention, a proposed office‑vacancy committee, data work with Placer AI, and a town contribution that staff says is now about $85,000.

Simsbury Main Street Partnership is set to transform downtown commerce in 2026 with innovative initiatives aimed at retaining local businesses and utilizing data-driven decision-making!

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County highlights MEDCO site grants and town partnerships as planning moves forward Queen Anne's County commissioners and town leaders described two new MEDCO site grants, a $100,000 rural economic development grant for Sudlersville, and partnerships to extend water and sewer — steps county officials say will support business retention and future housing.

Queen Anne's County is taking bold steps to boost economic growth with new site grants and vital town partnerships aimed at expanding infrastructure and housing options.

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Advance reports 45 active projects, 10 landed in 2025 and 158 jobs retained or created Advance/Southwest Iowa Corporation told the Pottawattamie County Board of Supervisors it had 45 active projects in the pipeline as of Nov. 30, landed 10 projects in 2025 that created or retained about 158 full‑time‑equivalent jobs, and flagged a large data‑center (Project Edge) under construction with a public-record developer agreement.

Advance/Southwest Iowa Corporation reports a booming year with 45 active projects and 158 jobs created or retained, including a massive $200 million data center on the horizon!

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Council hears economic development framework focusing on redevelopment, retail leakage and business retention Staff presented a draft economic development framework emphasizing South Town Center redevelopment, reducing $140M in retail leakage, business retention/outreach, code simplification and public‑private partnerships as ways to diversify revenue and support quality of life.

Mill Creek is set to revitalize its economy by tackling a staggering $140 million in retail leakage and redeveloping aging commercial centers for a brighter future!

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Joliet economic development staff report rising construction valuation, industrial pipeline City economic development staff told the council the city has 30 active internal projects, lowered unemployment, and a spike in construction valuation driven by industrial development; the River's Edge redevelopment application is expected to be brought to council within a month.

Joliet is experiencing a construction boom with 30 active projects and a remarkable $441M in construction valuation this year, signaling a bright future for local economic development!

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Small towns don’t just need new businesses—they need to keep the ones they have.
From outreach to access to capital, #BusinessRetention is the quiet engine of rural economic growth.

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Oklahoma City Economic Development Trust Allocates $1.5M for Museum Capital Improvements Trust allocates $1.5 million for museum maintenance and future operations funding.

Oklahoma City is investing $1.5 million to ensure its beloved museum remains a cornerstone of community culture and growth!

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Committee moves forward with Pennsylvania's Net Operating Loss legislation amidst concerns Legislators discuss the need for stronger NOL policies while advancing a related bill.

Pennsylvania's Finance Committee is pushing for stronger Net Operating Loss policies to keep businesses from leaving the state, but is it enough to spark real change?

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Taylor County officials report progress on Georgia Pacific site and West Fraser development Economic development efforts focus on site readiness and business retention in Taylor County.

Taylor County is gearing up for an economic revival by prioritizing business retention and strategic site development—could this be the turning point for local growth?

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Eau Claire Economic Development Corporation outlines growth strategies and land challenges Luke Hansen details EDC initiatives for business retention, expansion, and industrial land scarcity

Eau Claire County is at a crossroads as the EDC reveals urgent challenges in industrial land availability and housing shortages that could impact its economic future!

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LEED presents Lake County economic development plans to Eustis commissioners Heather Schuberg outlines LEED's goals for business retention and job opportunities in Lake County.

Eustis leaders are rallying for economic growth as LEED unveils ambitious plans to create high-wage jobs and foster collaboration between local businesses and government!

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Willows City Council proposes economic development committee to boost local revenue Councilmember suggests creating a committee to enhance business retention and attract new companies.

Willows City Council is taking bold steps to revitalize local economic growth by proposing a new committee to tackle business retention and attract new opportunities.

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DuPage County secures major business deals boosting regional development and job growth DuPage County attracts businesses with strategic partnerships, favorable tax rates, and regional collaboration efforts.

DuPage County is taking bold steps to keep businesses from leaving, securing major deals and fostering regional growth through strategic partnerships and competitive tax rates.

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