|
Published: November 11, 2007 08:56 pm
Expanding enterprise:
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
By CHARLES OWENS
TAZEWELL, Va. — In hopes of stimulating new job creation and growth, Tazewell County is expanding the borders of its two existing enterprise zones.
The existing enterprise zone near Bluefield, Va. will be expanded to include all 680 acres of the proposed Bluestone Regional Business and Technology Park site near Bluefield, Va. The existing enterprise zone in Claypool Hill will be expanded to include the Richlands area.
“What you are doing is adding more land into our enterprise zone,” County Administrator Jim Spencer said. “Being in the enterprise zone means businesses that are located there are eligible for more incentives.”
The Virginia Enterprise Zone program was established by the General Assembly in 1982. Spencer said an enterprise zone is a partnership between the state and local government that aims to stimulate job creation and private investment within the designated area. The first enterprise zone in Tazewell County was created in 1999.
“This would incorporate the Bluestone (project) into the enterprise zone,” Spencer said. “Plus the enterprise zone at Claypool Hill would be extended into Richlands. This is a part of our economic development plan not only for the Bluestone, but also for the western end of the county.”
The county Board of Supervisors approved the two enterprise zone expansions last Thursday.
Northwestern District board member-elect Seth White asked Spencer at Thursday’s meeting if the revised designation would include most of downtown Richlands.
“As far as I know, all of Richlands is in it,” Spencer said.
White said the designation will help with ongoing economic development efforts in Richlands.
Spencer said an enterprise zone designation is valid for a 20 year period. Spencer said the Enterprise Zone Act of 2005 provides grant-based incentives for job creation and real property investments for those businesses located within an enterprise zone.
— Contact Charles Owns at cowens@bdtonline.com
• Click to discuss this story with other readers on our forums.
|
|
|
|
 |
$30 PER HOUR
$30 PER HOUR
Immediate opportunity for a Master Mechanic (potential of up to $30 per hour). Competitive benefit pa...>MORE
ALL POSITIONS
Aramark Dining Services at Concord University is now accepting application for all positions. Day and evening shifts ava...>MORE
BAIL BONDS PERSON
Bail Bonds Person needed for Mercer County. Must be
licensed in Property & Causality Insurance Agent. Call Bill G...>MORE
SALES COUNSELOR
SALES COUNSELOR
Roselawn Funeral Home and Cemetery is seeking a Sales Counselor for our Advance Planning Department...>MORE
LPN's
Accepting Applications
For LPN’s. Must be licensed in WV. Full time 11-7 shift with full benefits. Apply at GlenWoo...>MORE
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
Sales Representative-
Seeking an assertive, energetic, and goal-
oriented media professional. Responsible for ...>MORE
SHOP MECHANIC
Shop Mechanic
Full-time position with the City of Bluefield Public Works Department.
Responsible for repair an...>MORE
See all ads |
710 SPRING GARDEN DRIVE, BLUEFIELD, WV
710 Spring Garden Dr. Blfd, WV Sat July 11
7 am - 1 pm Misc household, clothing & ect. ...>MORE
218 WILLOW OAK DR, JOHO ESTATES, PRINCETON, WV
3 Family - 218 Willow Oak Dr.,Joho Estates Pctn. Fri & Sat. July 10 & 11. 8 - 1. Baby items....>MORE
1008 JAMES ST. • BLUEFIELD, WV
Bluefield, WV 8-3 7/10 & 7/11 1008 James St. Furniture, toys, dishes, household items....>MORE
224 CALVIN ST., BLUEFIELD, VA
2 Family Yard Sale Sat. July 11. 8 am - ? 224 Calvin St., Blfd, Va.
To Many Items to List!!...>MORE
300 PARKDALE DR, BLUEFIELD, VA
First time. July 10 - 11. 8 am -1 pm. 300 Parkdale Dr, Blfd, VA. Some furn., household items & childs metal swing set....>MORE
BOULDER PARK COMMUNITY YARD SALE
Boulder Park Community Yard Sale Sat. July 11th. 8am - 2:30pm....>MORE
See all ads |
LAND FOR SALE
48 Acres near Elgood. Level to hilly property, nicely wooded, electric, $59,000. Free Maps (740) 989-0260...>MORE
HOUSE FOR RENT
Taking application for 3 BR, 1 BA house on 1716 Whitethorn Ext. $525./ month 304-320-4163 ...>MORE
MOBILE HOME FOR SALE
1982 Windsor 2 BR, Dishwasher/ W/D, trash compactor, outbuilding. $2500 or best offer. Good condition. (304)308-0095...>MORE
FURNISHED APARTMENT FOR RENT
1 BR, AC, free water and sewer. Springville, VA Area. $260/mon. No pets. 276-326-1571....>MORE
FOR RENT
Nice 1 BR Apartments. Bluefield Ave. Bluefield, WV. $375./mo. Most Utilities Furnished.
(304) 920-1168...>MORE
FOR SALE
Brierwood.Bluefield, VA 2001 Split Foyer
2571 sq. ft. 4 BR 3 full BA 2 levels, 1 fireplace 1.1 acres $299,000.0...>MORE
See all ads |
ADOPTION!
ADOPTION-First grade teacher hopes to adopt your newborn. Will
provide a warm, secure home filled with endless love...>MORE
2 MAHONGANY STEP TABLES, 2 COUCHES, 2 HIGH BACK ROCKER CHAIRS, 2 LAMPS
2 Mahogany Step End Tables, 2 Couches, 2 High back Rocker Chairs
2 Lamps. $575. for all. Cash and Carry Only!
...>MORE
See all ads |
|
 |
|
Print this story
E-mail this story
Discuss this story
