Kentucky 25th state to ban government-mandated PLAs
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MARCH 28, 2019
Half of the country now has laws prohibiting public agencies from requiring the agreements, which ABC and other groups say stifle fair and open competition.
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Construction Dive
MARCH 28, 2019
Half of the country now has laws prohibiting public agencies from requiring the agreements, which ABC and other groups say stifle fair and open competition.
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OCTOBER 30, 2017
It has been a pleasure to work with the Kentucky economic development folks and the administration in Hancock County,” said Robert Meyer, CEO of WhiteRock Pigments (WPR). Additionally, KEDFA approved WRP for up to $300,000 in tax incentives through the Kentucky Enterprise Initiative Act (KEIA). Photo: Kenergy). “It
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JULY 18, 2013
Jacobs Automation is an innovative company with revolutionary technology in its field,” said Kentucky Gov. The performance-based incentive allows a company to keep a portion of its investment over the term of the agreement through corporate income tax credits and wage assessments by meeting job and investment targets.
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OCTOBER 5, 2016
Hera will move its current seven employees from the University of Kentucky campus to its new facility. Kentucky is an ideal location for a CRO like Hera to start and grow as it offers a competitive edge in manufacturing and an excellent place to recruit and attract the type of talent we are looking for,” Crawford said.
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JANUARY 17, 2013
Beshear, who noted that Kemmerich’s job creation and investment further strengthens Kentucky’s expanding automotive industry. Kemmerich is one of 61 German-owned companies and nearly 180 European companies in Kentucky. The post Kemmerich USA To Establish Manufacturing Operations In Kentucky appeared first on Business Facilities.
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FEBRUARY 6, 2013
Steve Beshear joined Newly Weds Foods executives, Northern Kentucky Tri-County Economic Development Corporation and local officials to announce that the company will launch a regional food production facility in northern Kentucky with plans to create 115 jobs and a $57 million investment in Boone County and the Commonwealth.
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JUNE 4, 2013
Kentucky Gov. Steve Beshear welcomed Southern Air to the Commonwealth and praised the company for its decision to locate its headquarters in Kentucky. This is a proud day for the Commonwealth, with the addition of up to 150 jobs and the global headquarters for Southern Air in northern Kentucky,” said Gov. Wuchner, of Florence.
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DECEMBER 12, 2017
Photo: Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development/LinkedIn). After conducting a lengthy national site selection process, Takigawa is excited to have selected Bardstown, Kentucky as the home of our new US facility,” said Hiroyuki Takigawa, president of Takigawa Corp. Takigawa also can receive resources from the Kentucky Skills Network.
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FEBRUARY 29, 2016
Kentucky offers the business climate, infrastructure, resources and personalized services necessary for companies like theirs to succeed.”. Additionally, More Than A Bakery was preliminarily approved by KEDFA for $700,000 in tax incentives through the Kentucky Enterprise Initiative Act (KEIA).
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MAY 13, 2014
Kentucky Gov. The $150-million project is one of the largest in south central Kentucky in the past decade and is expected to create 80 new jobs. This is a huge investment in Kentucky – one that further solidifies our role as a key player in the auto industry,” said Gov. Mike Wilson, of Bowling Green.
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OCTOBER 4, 2013
Custom Foods has been a valuable member of the Bath County community since 1994, and we’re excited to see the company grow and succeed in the Commonwealth,” said Kentucky Gov. Kentucky has a strong reputation nationally in the food and beverage industry, and companies like Custom Foods Products are a key reason why,” said Rep.
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APRIL 1, 2016
Executives from Superior Composites Co joined state economic development and local officials in Vanceburg, Kentucky, to mark the start of a $2.5 Additionally, KEDFA approved Superior Composites for up to $50,000 in tax incentives through the Kentucky Enterprise Initiative Act (KEIA). million expansion at its Kentucky facility.
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AUGUST 21, 2013
The announcement marks the third German company to locate a new operation in Kentucky this year, all three of which serve the auto industry. Kentucky has experienced tremendous success in foreign direct investment growth, adding nearly 100 new facilities over the past decade.
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AUGUST 7, 2013
The company’s decision to locate in Kentucky follows Gov. It’s an honor that Kayser chose Kentucky as its first site for U.S. million in Kentucky. It’s an honor that Kayser chose Kentucky as its first site for U.S. million in Kentucky. Kentucky’s automotive industry continues to grow.
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AUGUST 19, 2014
Kentucky Gov. and UACJ Corporation, the $150 million aluminum production facility marks one of the largest investments in south central Kentucky in the past decade. million through the Kentucky Business Investment program. Posted by Heidi Schwartz. A joint venture between Constellium N.V.
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OCTOBER 7, 2016
Last month, the Kentucky Economic Development Finance Authority (KEDFA) preliminarily approved UniFirst for tax incentives up to $500,000 through the Kentucky Business Investment program. UniFirst can also receive resources from the Kentucky Skills Network. Relocating or Expanding Your Business In Kentucky.
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SEPTEMBER 20, 2013
are names that companies and people trust for commerce and online shopping, which continue to grow and evolve every day,” said Kentucky Gov. To encourage the investment and job growth in Louisville, the Kentucky Economic Development Finance Authority preliminarily approved the company for tax incentives up to $1.5 Steve Beshear.
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JUNE 4, 2014
It’s always exciting to see a business grow its global presence in Kentucky,” said Kentucky Gov. I am committed to growing our business in Kentucky and appreciate the assistance we have received from the state of Kentucky and economic development,” said Mike Tetterton, owner and president of Creative Lodging Solutions.
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JULY 8, 2014
Kentucky Gov. It will be the company’s third northern Kentucky facility. It will be the company’s third northern Kentucky facility. This is a remarkable investment in the Commonwealth, with eBay Enterprise spending $52 million to expand its footprint in northern Kentucky. Posted by Heidi Schwartz.
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SEPTEMBER 11, 2013
Kentucky Gov. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, local development officials and historic preservation officials worked together to make sure the site remained a viable location for innovative economic development. “As Kentucky produces 95 percent of the world’s bourbon. Posted by Heidi Schwartz. million people. “I
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DECEMBER 5, 2013
will have a long-lasting impact on the Hopkinsville community and the Commonwealth as a whole,” said Kentucky Gov. Kentucky’s high quality workforce and ideal strategic location will play key roles in building a solid future for PTC in the Commonwealth.”. Steve Beshear.
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MAY 23, 2013
“MVP is excited to continue strengthening our roots in western Kentucky and now in Fulton,” said Travis Propes, MVP Group International’s chief merchandising officer and owner. Archives Articles By Industry Articles By Location Articles By Topic Daily News Featured Post Incentives Kentucky Logistics And Distribution Online Features U.S.
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SEPTEMBER 12, 2014
Sterling and the Commonwealth,” said Kentucky Gov. Kentucky has the right combination of a quality workforce with a strong work ethic that we are familiar with in the Midwest. Southeast Workforce Training/Skilled Workforce Blog-Sept-2014 Kentucky Economic Development Finance Authority Mt. Steve Beshear. Sterling'
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JUNE 17, 2013
Kentucky Gov. Imperium Health Management is a new company with a strong vision for the future, and that is exactly what we want to see here in Kentucky,” said Gov. Imperium has operations in Phoenix, Jacksonville, Chicago and two in Kentucky,” said Gary Albers, co-founder and COO. million in the project. million in the project.
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SEPTEMBER 4, 2014
“This is a very exciting expansion,” said Kentucky Gov. I look forward to seeing this operation come to life and the distribution of another Kentucky-made product around the world.”. Southeast Uncategorized Workforce Training/Skilled Workforce Blog-Sept-2014 Jefferson County KEDFA Kentucky Business Investment program Louisville'
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APRIL 1, 2013
To encourage the investment and job creation in Frankfort, the Kentucky Economic Development Finance Authority preliminarily approved the company for tax incentives up to $1.3 million through the Kentucky Business Investment program. Kentucky is home to nearly 450 motor vehicle-related facilities, employing nearly 80,000 people.
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MARCH 5, 2014
We are very excited that this iconic Kentucky brand continues to grow in popularity.”. To encourage the investment and job creation in Marion County, the Kentucky Economic Development Finance Authority preliminarily (KEDFA) approved the company for tax incentives up to $4.25 million through the Kentucky Business Investment program.
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AUGUST 1, 2014
Washington County boasts a regional life science community with more than 11,000 professionals living in the area; a supportive community college with a successful biotech program and Fort Detrick internship agreement; and a high-tech business incubator. The cranes were also part of the agreement. Awesome Inc.
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AUGUST 5, 2014
4 (Indiana and Kentucky) were revving their engines and gaining on the frontrunners at the finish line,” Rogers noted. Last year, the state signed an agreement with Mercedes-Benz that recognizes Shelton State Community College as one of the best in its field in preparing individuals for careers in manufacturing. MASSACHUSETTS.
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APRIL 15, 2014
A business that applies for the exemption must enter into an agreement with the Governor of Alabama. The business must sign a job-creation agreement under the Advantage Arkansas program within 24 months of signing the Tax Back agreement. Must expand its labor force, make new capital investment, or prevent loss of employment.
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APRIL 22, 2013
The federal Department of Homeland Security signed a formal land transfer agreement with the state to move ahead with NBAF. While there is much more work to be done, signing of the land transfer agreement is a good step forward in securing the future health, wealth and security of our nation,” Gov. Sam Brownback said in a news release.
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JULY 15, 2014
Due to favorable lease agreements, affordable labor and a pro-business environment, these manufacturers have seen 16 percent job growth in the last 12 months. The Lebanon/Marion County, Kentucky Industrial Foundation has ventured into food processing in a very aggressive way. LEBANON/MARION COUNTY, KY: FORWARD AT FULL FORCE.
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MARCH 21, 2014
The business must sign a job-creation agreement under the Advantage Arkansas program within 24 months of signing the Tax Back agreement. New, full-time, permanent employees must be hired within 24 months of the date the financial agreement is signed. An approved “pilot” city may enter into a withholding agreement: 1.
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AUGUST 5, 2013
million agreement for Shelton State Community College to support Mercedes-Benz U.S. We have a maritime training program that includes a ship-building training site in Mobile and we’re building a training facility on-site for Airbus. We [also] have one at the engine factory in Huntsville and all the automotive plants.”. International Inc.’s
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JANUARY 14, 2014
Overnight delivery service firm DHL is located at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG). Its unique position, overlapping the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky, Indianapolis, and Louisville regions, has long made it one of the best kept location secrets in the U.S. SOUTHEAST INDIANA: WHERE FLEXIBLE MEETS AFFORDABLE.
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MARCH 22, 2019
The project will add 400 jobs at the Orion Township assembly plant; GM will also invest $1.8 billion in its U.S. manufacturing operations across six states, adding 700 new jobs. Read: GM Investing $300M In Michigan Plant For New Chevrolet EV at BusinessFacilities.com.
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AUGUST 1, 2014
4 (Indiana and Kentucky) were revving their engines and gaining on the frontrunners at the finish line. Last year, the state signed an agreement with Mercedes-Benz that recognizes Shelton State Community College as one of the best in its field in preparing individuals for careers in manufacturing. Mercedes-Benz U.S.
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APRIL 18, 2013
The first, announced in 2012, is ConAgra’s new facility and research agreement. The eligibility application should include a description of technology to be commercialized; an agreement with a university; a business plan; an estimate of commercialization cost, number of new jobs, wages and health benefits created.
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NOVEMBER 21, 2014
Construction Estimating Using Excel” Lexington Technical Institute, University of Kentucky. e4Clicks Project Estimator incorporates this type of cohesive management in a single application. 1] Christofferson, Jay. Estimating with Microsoft Excel”, Brigham Young University. Nickols, Robert Duane. 2 Caulkins, Jonathan P.,
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OCTOBER 18, 2012
After a very extensive search in both Southwest Ohio and Northern Kentucky, Medpace, Inc., for the benefit of the city during the 16 years the company must remain in Cincinnati under the agreement. Cincinnati was followed closely by Atlanta at 96.2, Orlando at 96.3, Tampa at 96.4 and Dallas-Fort Worth at 96.5. Meyer Tool, Inc.
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FEBRUARY 13, 2014
This is a welcomed investment in central Kentucky,” said Gov. I am pleased to announce that, once again, Hendrickson is expanding operations in Kentucky,” said Perry Bahr, vice president Trailer Commercial Vehicle Systems for Hendrickson. Our team members in Kentucky have proven their dedication, loyalty and work ethic.
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MARCH 26, 2014
I’m very excited Portwest chose Kentucky as its entryway into the U.S. This is yet another great example of Kentucky being at the forefront of international commerce,” said Kentucky Gov. We are delighted to start a new branch in Kentucky, which is centrally located for distribution and business friendly. Steve Beshear.
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