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Morgan County Business After Hours
Tuesday, April 28, 5:30-7:30pm
Art Sanctuary, Martinsville
Join us for networking and updates on:
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Business Retention & Expansion (BR&E)
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Expanding real estate/equipment in Morgan County?
A tax phase-in (abatement) is an economic development tool utilized by local government to assist business and property owners when making a capital investment. The goals of these incentives are to expand the tax base, to create and retain good paying jobs, and to diversify the local economy.
Tax phase-ins do not provide a 100% abatement of property taxes each year.
The increase in the assessed value due to the project will gradually phase in over a one to ten year period.
The incentives must be requested prior to starting the project.
Depending on the jurisdiction, companies in Morgan County may qualify for tax phase-ins on investments in both
real property
(projects involving new construction, expansion, or renovation) and
personal property
(projects involving the acquisition and installation of new manufacturing equipment, research and development equipment, logistical distribution equipment, and information technology equipment).
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Business Walk in Flagstaff Business Park
EDC Board President, Terry Brock, and Mooresville Town Council President, Mark Mathis, accompanied EDC staff on a business walk through Flagstaff Business Park in Mooresville on April 23rd. The morning was dedicated to understanding the immediate needs of Flagstaff companies and to thank them for choosing to make Morgan County their home. The EDC's first business walk was conducted last autumn in the Martinsville Industrial Park.
Make Flagstaff your home!
Click here for available Morgan County industrial sites and buildings.
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EDC conducting local Wages & Benefits Survey
Wages & benefits data have not been collected on a county-wide level for several years. As many local employers have requested this information recently, the EDC has launched a Wages & Benefits Survey to gather feedback from Morgan County's largest employers. Responses will be anonymously aggregated and help employers understand where we are as a community in terms of pay, benefits, skills, occupations, education, transportation, and other areas.
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Group discussions for local HR representatives
Quarterly group discussions bringing together Human Resources representatives from companies located in Morgan County have begun. Hosted by the EDC but guided by the group participants, the meetings are strictly limited to local employers, ensuring that professionals involved with hiring and managing employees can come together for informal, candid discussions regarding challenges and opportunities with our workforce.
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MSD of Martinsville seeking feedback
As the MSD of Martinsville moves forward, they would like parents, staff, students, and community input to help determine how to allocate funding and goals for the future. These insights will help with future visioning and direction for the district in facilities, curriculum, and student environment.
Take the survey
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Morgan County Labor Market Update - Feb 2015
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Labor Force
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Employed
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Unemployed |
| 35,257 |
33,048 |
2,209 |
| Feb 15 UE Rate |
Jan 15 UE Rate |
Feb 14 UE Rate |
| 6.3% |
6.7% |
7.4% |
Not seasonally adjusted
Feb 2015 U.S. Unemployment Rate: 5.8%
IN Rate: 6.1%
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Other News Around Morgan County
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INDOT I-69 Section 6 project office opens
The Indiana Department of Transportation has opened a project office to better serve the public during the development of Interstate 69 from Martinsville to Indianapolis, known formally as Section 6.
The I-69 Section 6 project office is located centrally within the project area at 7847 Waverly Road, Martinsville, IN 46151. The office will be open Monday through Friday from 9am to 4pm and will be closed on state holidays. The project office will accept walk-ins and appointments made by calling 317-881-6408 or by
email.
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Morgan County resident wins hackathon
John Schevola is the overall winner of the "#hackINvTX" civic hackathon challenge between the states of Indiana and Texas. Mr. Schevola, who lives in Martinsville, is a telecom specialist with AT&T in Indianapolis and currently pursuing an IT degree at WGU Indiana. Schevola and his 17-year-old son teamed up on the winning app, designed to help the Indiana Department of Homeland Security connect Hoosiers with emergency or disaster assistance.
Read more
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Business Attraction
Leads Summary
March 2015
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Runnebohm Construction has provided clients in Indiana, Illinois, Ohio, and Kentucky with high-quality construction services since 1968. Headquartered in Shelbyville, Indiana, the company has focused on understanding the needs of its clients and exceeding expectations in Design / Build and the Commercial, Industrial, and Retail construction markets. Their office staff has the resources and capabilities to provide exceptional project estimating, cost controls, and subcontractor coordination. Runnebohm Construction has adopted a "Solutions. Not Surprises." philosophy to describe the value engineering process that takes place during the planning phases and throughout construction of each project. |
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Morgan County Business After Hours
April 28, 5:30-7:30pm
Art Sanctuary, Martinsville
Updates on the new IPL Eagle Valley CCGT plant as well as other local projects!
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Mind the Gap: Developing
Central Indiana's
Talent Pipeline
April 30, 7:30am
JW Marriott, Indy
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Morgan County Business Leader
Cover Party
May 12, 5-7pm
Heartland Crossing
Golf Links, Camby
Featuring Lt. Governor
Sue Ellspermann!
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Global Leadership Summit
Aug 6-7, 9:30am-5:30pm
Simulcast from Grace Church, Mooresville
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Indiana Small Business
Development Center
(ISBDC)
May 5, 9-11am
May 13, 3-6pm
May 19, 6-8pm
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