YCIDA Secures Purchase Option Agreement with York Rail
The York County Industrial Development Authority (YCIDA) has secured a purchase option agreement with York Railway Company to acquire the transloading building and land located at the corner of Hay and Queen Streets. Without acquisition of this critical parcel, the York Outdoor Recreation Complex (YORC) project could not be constructed at the Arch Street location. Officials from YCIDA and York Rail have been negotiating a purchase option for some time, but it took a creative rail line reconfiguration strategy to pave the way for the acquisition. Read more...

YORC Approvals
On May 17, the Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB) granted its approval to demolish 12 structures that fall under their jurisdiction at the Arch Street site. A representative of HARB will assist staff with the development of the Railroad history walking tour and historic mitigation plans.

At the May 17 meeting, York City Council voted 3-2 to amend the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) grant subgrantee agreement adding the additional $1.5 million in funding to the existing $12 million from the Commonwealth.

SEDCO Closes on $200,000 Loan
On May 15th, the Small Enterprise Development Company held the loan closing for the First Industries-Ag loan to Trail Nurseries. The $200,000 loan has a 2.25% interest rate and a 15 year term. It was used by a new set of principals to purchase the assets of Trail Nurseries in Dover.

YCEDC 2006 Sponsorship/Membership Campaign
Members and Sponsors, YCEDC needs your support for the coming year. The 2005 Annual Report was mailed along with an application to renew or initiate your membership. With your support and involvement YCEDC will achieve its 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. YCEDC's success relies on the support of the business community through its members and sponsors The PDF application details the levels of support along with a description of the benefits that your company will receive. For more information about becoming a member, please contact Wilda Alessi or Katie Miles. On behalf of the YCEDC, Thank You!

2005 Featured Gold & Platinum Sponsors
2005 Sponsors

Entity Board Mixer
Board members and solicitors for YCEDC and its related entities came together at the Strand-Capitol on Monday, May 8 for the first annual Board Mixer. Attendees were able to meet and network with board members from each of the 11 entities that work together to initiate economic development in York County.

2006 Business Expo
Thank you to everyone who stopped by the YCEDC booth at the 2006 York Chamber Business Expo. This year, YCEDC shared its booth with York Professional Baseball. Baseball representatives were on hand to answer questions about sky boxes and season tickets. The YCEDC showcased the York County marketing video produced by Fox43.

Community Events

Small Business of the Year Award
Where: Yorktowne Hotel
48 East Market Street, York PA
When: Wednesday, May 31, 7:30-8:30am
Register: 771.4585 or www.yorkchamber.com

Join the Chamber for a Special Economics Club Breakfast featuring the 2006 Small Business Award Ceremony. Presented by Citizens Bank.

Chamber Golf Outing
Where: Briarwood Golf Course
4775 West Market Street, York PA
When: Friday, June 2, 10:30am
Register: 771.4582 or www.yorkchamber.com

One of the largest and most fun golf tournaments in all of York County, the Annual Chamber Golf Outing is one of the best ways to kick off your summer! The four person scramble format gives players of any skill level the chance to compete.

New Member Orientation
Where: York County Chamber of Commerce
96 South George Street, York PA
When: Thursday, June 8, 8am-9am
Register: 771.4579 or www.yorkchamber.com

New Member Orientation is for all new members and new employees of existing members. Learn the ins and outs of how your business can best benefit from your membership. Don't forget your business cards. Presented by CGA Law Firm.

Eye-Opener Breakfast
Where: Patty & John's Restaurant
1661 Westminster Road, Hanover PA
When: Wednesday, June 21, 7:30am
Register: 717.637.6130 or www.HanoverChamber.com
Presenter: Lenwood Sloan, Director of Cultural/Heritage Program, Dept. of CED

Lunch Plus - Small Business Seminar Series
Where: York Fairgrounds, Pennsylvania Room
334 Carlisle Ave., York PA
When: Thursday, June 22, 7:30am-8:30am
Register: 771.4582 or www.yorkchamber.com

Jody Keller, SPHR bmc (Beard Miller Company) and Michael W. King, Esq. Stock and Leader Present Breaking Up is Hard to Do...How to Effectively Manage Employment Termination

Marketing Seminar - Budgeting Your Marketing Dollars
Where: Hanover Hospital Wellness Connection
400 York Street, Hanover PA
When: Friday, June 23, 9am-10am
Register: 717.637.6130 or www.HanoverChamber.com
Presenter: Angela Wenner, Campbell, Harrington & Brear Advertising

Learn where to start when determining your marketing budget, with a focus on annual budget planning. Make the most of limited marketing dollars in a competitive marketplace.

Membership Mixer
Where: Isaac's Restaurant & Deli
Grandview Shopping Center
1412 Baltimore Street, Hanover PA
When: Monday, June 28, 11am-1pm
Register: 717.637.6130 or www.HanoverChamber.com

Economics Club
Where: Yorktowne Hotel
48 East Market Street, York PA
When: Wednesday, June 28, 7:30-8:30am
Register: 771.4585 or www.yorkchamber.com

The mission of the Economics Club is to keep its members fully informed on current economic and business issues affecting York County and to better prepare them as leaders in advancing human progress through an economic, political and social system based on individual freedom, opportunity and responsibility.

38th Annual Golf Outing
Where: South Hills Golf Course
400 York Street, Hanover PA
When: Wednesday, June 28
10:30am Lunch, 11:30 Tee Time, 5pm Dinner
Register: 717.637.6130 or www.HanoverChamber.com

Will be held rain or shine. The outing will be a scramble format. Please visit the website for more details.