YCIDA Accepts Stadium Leadership
The York County Industrial Development Authority (YCIDA) has taken official action to assume a leadership role with the outdoor recreation complex project, in response to the recommendations presented by the ad-hoc York Outdoor Recreation Complex Committee (YORCC) to Mayor John Brenner, other City and County elected officials, private sector leaders and the general public. "We applaud those members of Better York Inc. whose vision, perseverance and financial contribution have been so important in keeping this project alive and feel that we in the York area are indeed fortunate to have such community leaders," stated John Krout, YCIDA Board Chairman.

At a meeting on June 7, the YCIDA Board approved a resolution authorizing the undertaking of an industrial development project for Better York Inc., in the City of York, County of York, Pennsylvania; making findings and authorizing bond financing in connection therewith in amount up to $8,000,000; and authorizing other necessary documents and actions.

The YCIDA has been in existence for 45 years and has a long history of successful economic development projects throughout York County. According to Mr. Krout, "The YCIDA is excited and looking forward to working on this important project. The stadium and Northwest Triangle project are two important pieces of the larger Codorus Corridor Redevelopment project."

The YCIDA in cooperation with the York County Economic Development Corporation (YCEDC) will coordinate with multiple municipal, county and private partners to move the project forward in anticipation of a May 2007 completion date. "We're delighted the business community and the YCIDA Board have once again stepped forward to play a critical leadership role in spearheading local economic development," commented Darrell Auterson, YCEDC President. "As partners, we expand our collective expertise to enhance opportunities for success with the YORC project and within the Codorus Corridor."

For more information on the Stadium project, contact Darrell Auterson, YCEDC President at 717.846.8879.

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Street Site - Potential Design Concept

PIDA Loan Approved for Conductive Technologies
The Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority board approved a $1,132,450 loan to Conductive Technologies, Inc. on Wednesday, June 8. The loan will be used to construct a 33,000 sq. ft. addition to the
company's existing manufacturing facility in York City. Conductive Technologies manufacturers medical bio-sensors.

Clark Companies Submit Application to PEDYC
Clarks Companies North America, Inc., Operator of Foreign-Trade Zone No.147A has submitted an application to the Partnership for Economic Development of York County (PEDYC) for the activation of the Foreign-Trade Zone Subzone. The company will market and distribute footwear from their Subzone facility at 240 Kindig Lane in Adams County and part of General-Purpose Site 5 at 34 Barnhart Drive, Penn Township, Hanover, Pennsylvania. Clarks Companies North America, Inc. expects to begin receiving merchandise in zone status this summer.

YCEDC 2005-2006 Membership/Sponsorship Campaign
The 2005-2006 membership/sponsorship campaign has reached the halfway mark! Thank you to all the York County businesses who have continued their support and to all the businesses who have chosen to
support us for the first time! Without your support and involvement we would not be able to achieve our mission to serve as York County's leading resource for facilitating economic development and to work
with public and private sectors to enhance the overall quality of life. If you have not submitted your membership application for the 2005- 2006 year, please download and return the PDF application that
details the levels of support along with a description of the benefits that your company will receive. On behalf of the YCEDC, Thank You!

Metals Supervisory Grant Available
A grant totaling $325,000 has been awarded to a supervisory training consortium for metal manufacturers. The consortium includes the Lancaster and South Central Pennsylvania Workforce Investment Boards and MANTEC-IRC. The training program is intended to enhance leadership and other skills among supervisors. Adams, Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Juniata, Lancaster, Lebanon, Perry and York counties are covered by the grant.

The first training created under the program (with others to follow) will be directed to the following:

FUNDAMENTAL SUPERVISORY SKILLS
1. Communication skills for Supervisors
2. Decision making
3. Coaching & Feedback skills
4. Building & Maintaining effective working relationships
5. Strategies to manage conflict
6. Team Dynamics & problem solving

The first courses are expected to begin in late July. Under the grant, companies will be reimbursed 75% of the course tuition. For more information, please contact Jim Nyeste, Grant Coordinator at jxn174@psu.edu.

Renewable Energy Conference
In keeping with REDDI's mission to support agriculture and help grow a renewable energy industry in South-central Pennsylvania, REDDI is planning a Renewable Energy Conference that will include information related to ethanol, biodiesel and energy derived from animal waste. The conference will be held on August 23 and 24 at the Wildwood Conference Center at HACC. More information is available below under Community Events and on REDDI's website at www.reddionline.com.

YCEDC Attends Trade Shows
YCEDC staff attended two trade shows in June. YCEDC President, Darrell Auterson, attended the Medical Design & Manufacturing East show held June 5-8 in New York. MD&M is the world's largest event for medical device design and manufacturing.

Business Development Manager Jeff Baltimore attended the Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) 2005 International Convention at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia as part of South Central Team PA. BIO 2005 is the largest science and technology symposium in the world. High ranking dignitaries leading national delegations, as well as over 20,000 biotech executives, investors, journalists, policy makers and scientists from more than 60 countries were in attendance at the four-day event.

Downtown First Awards
The Main Street York 2005 Downtown First Awards ceremony was held on June 9. Congratulations to all of the Downtown First Awards recipients!

Final Public Baseball Stadium Meeting
Where: Westminster Church, 320 N. Queen Street, York PA
When: Monday, June 27, 6:45pm

Investors Circle of York Meeting
Where: Country Club of York
When: Tuesday, July 12, 6pm-9pm
Cost: $47
Register: Carole Swope 717.846.8879 x3034

An opportunity to network will be followed by dinner and four presentations. Investors from the Lancaster Angel network will be also be in attendance.

The purpose of ICY is to identify greater capital resources in support of entrepreneurship and new business development within the county, filling an important need in early stage financing, preceding venture capital.

This meeting is limited to investors. If anyone is interested in becoming an investor, please contact Carole Swope at 717.846.8879 x3034 or cswope@ycedc.org.

Winning With Diversity
Where: Glatfelter Insurance Agency, 183 Leader Heights Road, York PA
When: Thursday, July 28, 8am-12pm
Cost: $50 for members of the York and Hanover Chambers, YCEDC, and Manufacturers' Association;
$75 for non-members
To Register: Janelle Black at 717.771.4589 or www.yorkchamber.com

Diversity Training for Business will define diversity in its broadest sense, exploring bias awareness on a personal and business level. In addition to bias awareness, training will include a more detailed exploration of cultural and ethnic sensitivity. Trainers will help identify where personal and business challenges lie and how to make changes for more acceptance of difference and tolerance. The training will focus on the business case for diversity and how a better understanding of diversity can be a win-win situation for businesses.

Objectives:
- Define diversity "beyond race, religion and culture"; and explore bias awareness
- Explain the business case for diversity
- List the payoffs for embracing a diverse workforce
- Identify the barriers that prohibit valuing diversity in the workforce
- Develop a plan for further diversity development within your organization

Speakers include; Cathy Bollinger, Member Relations and Diversity Acceptance Director, Jewish Community Center and Mike Jefferson, Director of the Crispus Attucks Center for Employment and Training. Tracey L. Brinkach, Team Leader of Education Services for WellSpan will also be contributing.

Renewable Energy Conference
Where: Wildwood Conference Center, HACC, One HACC Drive, Harrisburg, PA 17110
When: Tuesday, August 23 from 1pm-5pm and Wednesday, August 24 from 8:30am-4pm
Cost: $65
Register: www.reddionline.com

For more details about the conference and the featured speakers, please visit REDDI's website at www.reddionline.com.