The Culver Town Council members approved a contract with CRMorphew Consulting, LLC in the amount of $7,500 to assist the town with economic development and strategies.
Continue readingCulver Town Council to Consider Proposal for Work on Economic Development
The Culver Town Council members are considering a proposal submitted by Cheryl Morphew from CRMorphew Consulting, LLC to continue to help with economic development projects in town.
Continue readingMCEDC Director Points to Shell Buildings as Investment Tool
Marshall County Economic Development Director Jerry Chavez says the announcement of a snack producer locating in Plymouth is a tremendous investment.
Tax Abatement Started for Local Dairy Operation
A Marshall County Dairy Operation has taken the first steps toward making a multi-million dollar investment.
Regional Cities Funding Awaits Ways and Means Considerations
Regional Cities Initiative funding may rely on a hearing taking place this week at the Indiana statehouse.
A committee formed by the Indiana Economic Development Corporation selected three plans recommended to the Governor which spans three regions of the state. The goal is to attract and retain young and skilled workers in Indiana.
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Harmony Press Receives Tax Abatement to Aid in Future Expansion
A commercial printing business in Bourbon is receiving help to expand following a tax abatement approved on Tuesday.
Regional Cities Efforts In Spotlight According to State Economist
Marshall County Among Those to Benefit from Regional Cities Grant Funds
Months of waiting have paid off for the North Central Indiana Region.
It was announced Tuesday afternoon that Marshall County, St. Joseph, and Elkhart Counties will receive $42-million in Regional Cities grant funds. The region was one of three top prize winners announced through the project.
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Downtown Plymouth Businesses Now Able to Access Micro-Loans
MCEDC Reports Strong Growth, New Challenges in Annual Report Presentation
The Marshall County Economic Development Corporation says communities are now working toward similar goals in Marshall County.
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Commerce Building Continues Search for Tenant
Work continues to fill a building developed to attract major employers to Marshall County.
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Marshall County Economic Development Continues Communication With Municipal Government
Marshall County Economic Development Corporation was making the rounds at City Council meetings this week.
The organization looks to both attract and retain companies in the Marshall County area. Executive Director Jerry Chavez appeared before the Plymouth Common Council and the Culver Town Council to review what his organization has been working to accomplish.
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Marshall County Council Signs Onto Population Expansion Effort
The Marshall County Council has decided to give the go ahead for a project that could bring millions to the region.
In conjunction with Michiana Partnership, the Marshall County Economic Development Corporation advised the creation of a Regional Development Authority. The RDA would be formed along with St. Joseph and Elkhart counties in the pursuit of state grant funds.
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Marshall County Council Considers Regional Development Authority
The Marshall County Council will have the final say on whether major grant funds are able to be brought to the area.
During Monday morning’s meeting, the Council will consider forming a Regional Development Authority. The partnership would be formed in conjunction with St. Joseph and Elkhart counties.
Marshall County Commissioners Recommend Major Grant Effort
The Marshall County Commissioners have given their endorsement to a grant that could attract more people to the region.
During Monday morning’s Commissioners meeting, the Indiana Regional Cities Initiative was discussed. The program is designed to avoid the risk of losing population by attracting new residents to the area.
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Marshall County Reviews Regional Cities Initiative
The Marshall County Commissioners will meet this morning and economic development could be considered.
Jerry Chavez with Marshall County Economic Development will be speaking on the Regional Cities Initiative. Many communities have signed onto the initiative as part of a broader effort to grow the state’s population.
Engineering Team Honored for High-Efficiency Furnace
A design team from a local company has been honored for their innovation in high efficiency oil-fired furnaces.
According to a release from the Starke County Economic Development Foundation, engineers from Thermo Products were recently inducted into the Society of Innovators of Northwest Indiana.
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