Foreign Trade Zone 147 Expands
The Partnership for Economic Development of York County (PEDYC) and the Foreign-Trade Zone Corporation of Southeastern Pennsylvania, in partnership with Campbell Trade Group, Inc., held a press conference on Friday, November 18 announcing the expansion of Foreign Trade Zone 147 (FTZ 147).

This expansion reorganizes two of the existing sites in York County and creates two new sites in the Counties of Cumberland, Franklin and York, and one new site in the Counties of Dauphin, Lancaster, and Northampton.

It was also announced that Clarks Companies North America, Inc., Operator of Foreign-Trade Zone No.147A, have activated their subzone in Hanover PA. Clarks had submitted an application to PEDYC for the activation of the FTZ Subzone in Summer 2005. GlaxoSmithKline, located in Hanover, operates the other active FTZ in York County.

The expansion of FTZ 147 continues the long efforts by civic leaders to increase employment opportunities and investment in the Southeastern and Southcentral PA by encouraging international business activities. It will be another tool and an important factor in the on-going program to attract new industry and retain existing industry.

 

Bob Reilly,
Deputy Chief of Staff
for Representative
Todd Platts

Over $38 Million Loaned
The YCEDC staff, on behalf of the York County Industrial Development Authority and the General Authority of Southcentral Pennsylvania, closed over $38 Million in loans in the month of October.

• YCEDC closed on a $1,132,450 Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority loan on behalf of Conductive Technologies, Inc. to construct a 33,000 square foot addition to its existing York City manufacturing facility.

• YCIDA closed two tax-exempt loans on behalf of Penn-Mar Organization and Family First Health totaling $4.9 million.

• GASP closed on a $32 million tax-exempt bond issue on behalf of Hanover Hospital for an expansion project.

NutriCore NorthEast Update
NutriCore NorthEast (NCNE) held a monthly advisory committee meeting on October 31st. An important presentation was made at the meeting concerning the proposal of a research project. Dr. Robert Farrell at Penn State University - York is seeking support to study the genetic trends in apple trees to build resistance to the Fire Blight. This project was well received by the committee with consensus to pursue a funding partnership. The arrangement will be similar to NutriCore's partnership with the Mushroom Council to fund the current anti-oxidant research at PSU-University Park. When funded, this project will mark a significant first for NutriCore in that the research will be wholly conducted within York and will be led by a member of the advisory committee.

NutriCore's Committee members, sponsors, research partners, and the general public are invited to the 3rd annual stakeholder meeting on December 8th at 1pm at the Manufacturers' Association of South Central PA. Please contact Alan Cotich or Aeman Bashir for more information at 717.846.8879.

BioPartnering North America Conference
If your company is involved in life sciences and are looking for customers, research collaboration or venture capital then you need to attend BioPartnering North America, February 5-7, 2006. BioPartnering North America will attract a wide array of participants from Canada and from the rest of North America, Europe and Asia. Last year's conference attracted 850 delegates representing over 450 companies from 26 countries. If you are in the biotechnology industry this is the conference to attend to develop partnerships, find new markets and funding, and hear about the latest developments in this exciting field. Learn more at www.techvision.com/bpn. Join the Mission of the Council of Great Lakes - Pennsylvania's authorized Canadian Representative - and save 10% on the registration price.

Congratulations to York's 40 Under 40

Congratulations to Richard Wurzbach owner of Maintenance Reliability Group for being one of Central Penn Business Journal's 40 Under 40! Maintenance Reliability Group is a Bronze Sponsor of YCEDC.

 

YCEDC would also like to congratulate the other York County winners:

• Justin M. Daniels - President, ServiceMaster Clean by Daniels
• Matthew R. Doran - President, Anstadt Printing Craftsmen Inc.
• John W. Giambalvo - President, Jack Giambalvo Motor Co., Inc.
• David W. Pridgen - President & CEO, Do It Outdoors Inc.
• John W. Woodward - Owner & President, Real Services Inc.

YCEDC Annual Holiday Open House
Where: York County Economic Development Corporation
When: Thursday, December 8, 3:30pm - 6pm

Sponsors, Members, and special guests will join YCEDC at the Annual Holiday Open House for hors d'oeuvres and musical entertainment. Members are encouraged to rsvp, 717.846.8879 or fax 717.843.8837, no later than December 5th.

Marketing Seminar:
Learn Graphic Design Basics
Where: Bay City Restaurant, Hanover PA
When: Tuesday, December 13, 9am - 10am
Register: 717.637.6130 or www.HanoverChamber.com

Presenter: Jason Resh, Silver Penny Studio

Learn how to effectively use graphics to enhance your message. Also, learn the lingo needed to communicate and understand your designer and printer.

Hanover Chamber of Commerce Membership Mixer
Where: CommunityBanks, 1191 Eichelberger St., Hanover PA
When: Wednesday, December 14, 5pm - 7pm
Register: 717.637.6130 or www.HanoverChamber.com

Citizens Bank presents the Economics Club
Where: Yorktowne Hotel, York PA
When: Wednesday, December 14, 7:30am-8:30am
Register: 717.771.4585 or www.YorkChamber.com

The December Economics Club will feature a presentation on "The History of Lifetime Brands," presented by Ronald Shiftan, Vice Chairman & Chief Operating Officer of Lifetime Brands, Inc.

York County Chamber Annual
Legislative Luncheon
Where: Yorktowne Hotel, York PA
When: Thursday, December 15
Register: 717.771.4589 or www.YorkChamber.com

The Legislative Luncheon is a special opportunity for Chamber members to meet with elected officials and discuss issues important to business. All York County State Representatives and Senators will be invited and given the opportunity to speak. Attendees get to hear first hand from national and state elected officials on the direction of the country and state during the next year. This is also your chance to make your views known.

Seating is limited.

Tools for Workforce Safety & Resource Management
Where: Rachel Carson Building Auditorium, PA Department of Environmental Protection
400 Market Street, Harrisburg PA
When: Wednesday, December 7, 8am-12pm
Register: 717.843.5054, ext.221 or www.mantec.org/events.cfm

As an employer you are confronted with ongoing changes to OSHA compliance, worker and workplace safety issues, and environmental resource concerns. This program is designed to specifically target the following topics: Hispanic Worker Outreach: Compliance Assistance Tools; and Cooperative Alliance Program. In addition, you will have the opportunity to learn about the Brownfield Redevelopment and Resource Management topics. Please mark your calendar and plan on attending this free program.

This event is brought to you by MANTEC, Inc. and presented by the Occupational Safety Health Administration and the PA Dept. of Environmental Protection Agency.

Please contact Kathy Barnaba March at 717.843.5054, ext. 221 for details.

YCEDC Annual Member Meeting
& Annual Board Meeting
Where: Heritage Hills Golf Resort and Conference Center, 2700 Mount Rose Ave., York PA
When: Thursday, January 12, 3:30pm
Register: 717.846.8879 or cswope@ycedc.org

The YCEDC Annual Board Meeting will immediately follow the Annual Member meeting. For more information, please contact Carole Swope at 717.846.8879 or email cswope@ycedc.org.