Jackson County Industrial Development Corporation held its annual reception/meeting on August 15. At its Reports, Reviews & Rewards Luncheon, executive director Jim Plump shared that Jackson County companies have brought industrial investment to the county at a record pace.
Promised investments through July 31 totaled $179 million, well above last year’s record of $159 million. Promised investments from January of 2012 through July of this year total $338 million and are comprised of 19 projects.
Along with the investment, new jobs are being created, Plump said. Based on current job reports, industrial employment totaled 9,175 workers as of July 31, up from 8,155 last year and 7,419 in 2009.
The projects announced over the last 19 months include a mix of new projects and expansions of existing industrial sites.
“Our outstanding corporate family of business and industry drive economic development,” Plump said. “Our staff certainly works to assist, support and influence these business decisions. It is a combination that works and we pledge to continue this important work with your ongoing support.”
Source: The Tribune 8.16.13