Dear GLCEDC Members & Friends:
Recently, Wally's in Pontiac held their grand opening and a Property Tax Abatement to Technical Metals was approved by the GLCEDC Board of Directors and the City of Fairbury in October. Also, the GLCEDC has been active in the community speaking at Rotary events in Dwight and Fairbury, to students enrolled in the Streator Area CEO Program, and the GLCEDC welcomed two new members: Heartland Community College and Charles D. Pulman. Please see below for further details.
Best Regards,
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Wally's held their grand opening on October 16, 2020. Wally's offers 76 pumping stations, electric charging stations, ample parking for RV's and buses, great barbecue, and a large retail selection. Click here to watch a YouTube video from the channel "On the Road with Craig and Linda" who attended the grand opening.
Wally's was approved by the GLCEDC and Livingston County for a $137,500 Economic Incentive Grant to construct 30,000 square feet of retail space and to hire over 100 new employees. Wally’s used the incentive for building improvements and the placement of a gateway sign that will display the names of businesses throughout the Deerfield Road corridor.
Wally's is still hiring! If you are interested, visit their website for open positions.
If your business is interested in an Economic Incentive Grant, go to the GLCEDC website to find further information, or email [email protected].
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Technical Metals Property Tax Abatement |
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Technical Metals in Fairbury was approved for a seven-year property tax abatement by the GLCEDC and the City of Fairbury at their October Board Meetings. The abatement will go before Prairie Central CUSD #8 and Livingston County for approval in November.
Technical Metals plans to expand their building 25,000 square feet, create 10 new full-time positions, and to invest over $3.25 million in building expansion and new equipment.
Visit our website to learn more information about property tax abatements in Livingston County.
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Dontz Speaks to Dwight and Fairbury Rotary Club |
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Adam Dontz spoke to the Dwight Rotary Club on October 7, 2020 and to the Fairbury Rotary Club on October 27, 2020. Dontz gave an overview of incentives provided by the GLCEDC and Livingston County, and included an update on Livingston County’s equalized assessed value [EAV], unemployment rate, and labor force.
The Paper in Dwight published an article about Dontz speaking to the
Dwight Rotary Club. To read the article click here.
Would you like Adam Dontz to speak at your event?
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Dontz Speaks to Streator Area CEO Program |
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Adam Dontz spoke to juniors and seniors from Streator and Woodland High Schools who are enrolled in the Streator Area CEO program. Dontz discussed resume writing, the importance of strong written and verbal communication skills, and the value of mentorships during college and early in ones career.
Click here to learn more about the Streator Area CEO Program,
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Welcome our Newest Members |
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The GLCEDC welcomes Mr. Keith Cornille, President, Heartland Community College to the GLCEDC.
Click here if like to learn more about Heartland Community College.
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The GLCEDC welcomes Mr. Charles D. Pulman to the GLCEDC.
To view a list of our members, or if you are interested in becoming a member,
visit the GLCEDC to learn more information.
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The GLCEDC and recipients of our grants recognize and greatly appreciate the sustained, generous support of Livingston County. |
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