YCEDC Presents at International Economic Development Council Conference
Darrell Auterson was a presenter at the International Economic Development Council's (IEDC) Annual Conference that took place in Phoenix, Arizona on September 16-19, 2007.
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Shared Kitchen Informational Session Held
An informational session was held on September 11, 2007 at the Manufacturers' Association of South Central Pennsylvania to gauge the interest of the community in a shared kitchen and educate community members about this program.
The PA Keystone Kitchens Incubator Team, made up of members from the Penn State Cooperative Extension and the Pennsylvania Technical Assistance Program arranged for Cameron Wold, Ph. D., a well-known shared kitchen organizer and author of "Establishing a Shared-use Commercial Kitchen" to speak to the group of more than 25 food entrepreneurs and service providers. His trip and availability was funded by PA DCED/PA First Industries Agricultural Planning Grant and NE SARE/Appalachian Regional Council.
A shared kitchen incubator assists aspiring food entrepreneurs in becoming established in their market. Many potential food producers are unable to enter the market because of the high cost of constructing a certified kitchen facility. A kitchen incubator offers an affordable, shared kitchen, assistance of experts, and a community of entrepreneurs who provide valuable advice.
For more information or to express an interest please contact Aeman Bashir, abashir@ycedc.org
Funding Update
In the past month, two loans were closed.
- SEDCO closed on a $200,000 loan to Tayacres Farm.
- YCIDA closed on a $2,550,000 loan to Mundis Race Road / New Concept Manufacturing.
| 2007 Year-to-Date Loans Closed |
| SEDCO |
Brook Run Farms |
$200,000 |
| YCIDA |
Crispus Attucks Association |
$14,450,000 |
| YCIDA |
Mundis Race Road /
New Concept Manufacturing |
$2,550,000 |
| SEDCO |
Tayacres Farm |
$200,000 |
| GASP |
WellSpan |
$140,000,000 |
| GASP |
York College |
$16,510,000 |
| |
Total |
$173,910,000 |
D&D Distribution FTZ Activation
Effective July 9, 2007, D&D Distribution Services is formally activated as site 4H within Foreign Trade General Purpose Zone #147.
D&D Distribution Services is a full service public warehousing and distribution services provider with facilities in York, PA. The company's warehouse at 789 Kings Mill Rd. in York has been designated a general purpose zone by the U.S. Foreign Trade Zone Board and activated by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Gene L. Burchette, President of D&D Distribution Services, states that this activation provides importers and exporters an added value for placement of goods within the Foreign Trade Zone. "It also adds another option to D&D's menu of services we offer to companies and organizations both globally and within the mid-Atlantic region of the United States."
Currently, D&D Distribution Services is the only activated Foreign Trade Zone general purpose warehouse in Pennsylvania.
FTZ Subzone Application Filed
The subzone application for Souriau USA was formally filed and published in the Federal Register on August 13, 2007. The public comment period for the application expires on October 12, 2007.
Grant of Authority Approved
The re-issuance of the Grant of Authority which transferred the Grant from the Foreign-Trade Zone Corporation of Southeastern Pennsylvania to the FTZ Corporation of Southern PA was approved by the U. S. Foreign-Trade Zones Board on August 23, 2007.
PennDOT Announces Nearly $4 Million Investment in 27 Airports
PennDOT Secretary Allen D. Biehler, P.E., recently announced nearly $4 million in funding to improve safety and upgrade facilities at 27 airports throughout Pennsylvania. "Safe, well-maintained airports are essential to the success of Pennsylvania's thriving aviation industry," Biehler said. "Our airports generate billions of dollars in economic activity and provide jobs for thousands of Pennsylvanians." Biehler said the funds will be used for a variety of projects, including runway and taxiway rehabilitation, airport development planning, acquisition of snow removal equipment and maintenance. The grants are administered by PennDOT's Bureau of Aviation and are completely funded by revenue from Pennsylvania's jet fuel tax. The state grants leverage more than $1.4 million in local matching funds.
York Airport will receive $221,250 for rehabilitation of the aircraft parking apron, rehabilitation of access road pavement, repainting of airport pavement markings, and security fencing expansion.
YCEDC
Annual Member Outing
The YCEDC Annual Member Outing was held on Thursday, September 13, 2007 at Sovereign Bank Stadium. Over 200 guests attended the Outing held prior to the final home game of the Inaugural Season.
Congratulations to the winners of the four door prizes at the Outing:
- York County Snack Food Cooler - Pam Weiss, Sesame Temps
- York County Directory of Business & Industry on CD- Rich Wurzbach, MRG
- York County Directory of Business & Industry Book - Dan McGarry, Northwestern Mutual Financial Network
- YCEDC Jump Drive - Dave Hoover, Die-Tech
As of September 26, 2007, the YCEDC 2007-2008 Sponsorship/Membership Campaign has brought in over $92,000 through the generous support of 240 members and sponsors. The Capital Resource Committee, lead by chairperson Coni Wolf, organized the campaign. Special thanks to Coni and our many volunteers for all of their hard work and dedication. We would also like to thank our 240 members and sponsors for helping us reach our goal!
For more information about becoming a member, please contact Wilda
Alessi or Katie Miles.
On behalf of the YCEDC, Thank You!
YCEDC
Membership
Interested in a YCEDC Membership? Download the Membership
Application that details the levels of support along
with a description of the benefits that your company will receive.
Or contact Wilda
Alessi or Katie Miles.
On behalf of the YCEDC, Thank You!
2006 Featured
Gold & Platinum Sponsors
2007 Sponsors
YCEDC Staff Change
The YCEDC is pleased to announce that Ellie Lamison is now the Business Development Coordinator in charge of administering the Commonwealth's Business Retention & Expansion Program (BREP). Ms. Lamison was formerly the New Business Development Coordinator for the YCEDC.
YCEDC Seeking Two New Positions
The YCEDC is currently seeking applicants for two positions within the organization. Interested parties should submit a resume and salary history/requirements via email to Kacie Longenberger.
- Economic Development Coordinator: The job responsibilities will include administrative support, grant administration, research, project management, and communication with the business community. Applicants should possess a strong work ethic and be detail oriented. The successful candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in business and/or equivalent prior work experience.
- Workforce Development Advocate: The job responsibilities will include developing networks and formulating long-term workforce development strategies. Applicants should possess strong economic development and workforce development skills. The successful candidate must have a Bachelor's Degree in a suitable field and/or equivalent work experience.
YCEDC Staff Raise Money For Heartwalk
Members of YCEDC's staff are participating in the Heart Association's Heartwalk again this year. Support Team YCEDC!
YCIDA Announces Raffle Winners
The York County Industrial Development Authority held a raffle to benefit Junior Achievement of South Central PA. The YCIDA presented Junior Achievement with a check followed by the drawing on September 13, 2007 at Sovereign Bank Stadium.
Eugene Draganosky, 2nd Vice Chair of the YCIDA, presented Tom Russell of Junior Achievement with a check for $1,088 from the York County Industrial Development Authority. Investing in York County's future, the York County Industrial Development Authority donated 100% of raffle proceeds to Junior Achievement of South Central PA. Thank you to everyone who bought a raffle ticket!
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 Eugene Draganosky, YCIDA 2nd Vice Chairman presents Tom Russell of Junior Achievement of South Central PA with a check.
 Left to right: Keith Roehm, raffle winner; John D. Krout, YCIDA Chairman; Wilda Alessi, YCIDA Communications Coordinator
Free
Ticket Program for York Revolution
Approximately 2,015 fans saw the York Revolution play ball at Sovereign Bank Stadium for free. The fans participated in the Free Lawn Ticket Program offered by the York County Industrial Development Authority. In the course of 23 games, 43 organizations in York County were able to bring members, clients and/or staff to see a York Revolution baseball game.
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Sovereign
Bank Stadium Construction Update
 As the first season winds to a close, so do the construction activities on site. Office areas are now receiving carpet, and the York Revolution is scheduled to occupy the front office areas by October 1st. Construction crews are completing the 3rd base concession area, the upper-level kitchen and concession area and the remaining areas in the main-building area. Work is progressing rapidly on the playground and picnic concession areas, which will become additional areas for stadium patrons to purchase food and beverages. The playground concession area will also contain restrooms as an added convenience. The detached home team clubhouse is scheduled to be completed in the next few weeks and the remaining area of construction, the front entry plaza, should be completed by the end of November.
First year attendance was over 218,000 fans at 60 home games in a partially completed stadium. Season tickets are on sale now for 2008.
Visit
our web site for more updates and photos: www.ycedc.org
www.yorkrevolution.com
USDA Announces $22.7 Million in Value Added Producer Grants
Agriculture Secretary Mike Johanns announced on September 18, the selection of 162 recipients in 40 states and Puerto Rico to receive $22.7 million through the Value-Added Producer Grant program.
Maple Lawn Farms, Inc. of New Park, York County, was selected to receive an award of $48,997 to develop and market fresh peach and apple cider through their farm processing operations.
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CareerLink
CareerLink is a cooperative effort to provide one-stop delivery of career
services to job seekers, employers and other interested individuals.
Its mission is to
function as a self-directed Job Search System providing quality
customer service to York County enabling all customers to make
informed choices. The goal of CareerLink is to provide a self
service system in which interested individuals have access to
employment, education and training.
Events
International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR) Seminar
Where:
Eden Resort
Lancaster, PA
When: October 3, 2007
8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Cost: $95 / WTC Members; $125 / Non-Members
The World Trade Center of Central Pennsylvania (WTC) will offer a full day seminar focusing on International Traffic in Arms Regulations. This seminar will provide an overview of the information companies need to know to comply with U.S. export control requirements for defense related articles and services on the United States Munitions List. Participants will learn about the Arms Export Control Act, ITAR definitions, restrictions and exemptions as well as ITAR export procedures and enforcement.
The presenter will be Margaret McClellan Gatti, Esquire. Ms. Gatti is an international business lawyer engaged exclusively in the practice of customs law, export control law, international trade law and international tax law. She is a frequent lecturer on international trade topics and is co-author of Trading in America, Incoterms for Domestic Use.
For more information, please contact Tina Weyant, World Trade Center of Central Pennsylvania, tina@wtccentralpa.org or 717-843-1090
Economic Development Funding Seminar
Where:
Bon-Ton Corporate Center
2801 East Market Street
When: October 24, 2007
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
This seminar is for professional service providers such as attorneys, accountants, bankers and
engineers. Please contact Jill Rexroth at jrexroth@ycedc.org for more information or click here.
York Regional Entrepreneurial Week
The York Keystone Innovation Zone (KIZ) and the Investors Circle of York (ICY), in conjunction with other partners, will be sponsoring a York Regional Entrepreneurial Week, Novemeber 1 - November 5, 2007. There are a number of events being planned to educate entrepreneurs in the process of starting and/or expanding their business concepts. The events will be held on different days at York College, Penn State York (Pullo Center) and the Four Points by Sheraton.
If you are interested in receiving more information, please email Carole Swope at cswope@ycedc.org to be placed on the email list.
York County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Draw Down & Silent Auction
When: Friday, November 9, 2007
Where: Valencia Ballroom
Times: 5pm - Buffet & Silent Auction
6:30pm - Draw Down Begins
Tickets are $125 and include two buffet meals.
- Last number off the board wins a Harley-Davidson 2008 Sportster or option of $5,000*
- Next to last number off the board wins $1,000
- Second to last number off the board wins $500
- Third to last number off the board wins $250
- Fourth to last number off the board wins $125
*Must be 18 years of age or older to participate. Taxes, tags and insurance are winner's responsibility.
For reservations or questions, please contact Mary Walker at 771-4575 or walker@yorkchamber.com.
YCEDC Member News
YCEDC Members: If you have news that you would like to include, please send it to Wilda Alessi before the 20th of each month.
RR Donnelley Renews & Expands Lease
Brasler Properties and New Boston Fund, owners of the York Business Center announce the signing of a ten year lease renewal by its tenant, RR Donnelley and Sons in the 1.5 million square foot mixed use development. Chris Brasler, CEO of Brasler Properties noted that it's especially rewarding to ownership to have Donnelley, its first tenant in the completely modernized former Caterpillar Manufacturing plant in 2002, confirm their long term commitment to the YBC and even increase their space to 685,000 square feet. This will allow Donnelley to expand and add new operations at the Springettsbury Township, York County location. Improvements to the property include an expanded access road from the new Concord Road Extension at the East end of the 126 acre property, and new high efficiency systems. Patrick Lafferty of C B Richard Ellis's Harrisburg office represented the tenant.
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Chamber
Events
 York
County Chamber of Commerce
New Member Orientation
Where: Chamber Board Room
96 South George Street, York PA
When: Thursday, October 4, 2007, 8:00am-9:00am
Register: 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.
 Hanover
Area Chamber
Breakfast with Steve Nickol
Where: Guthrie
Memorial Library
2 Library Place, Hanover PA
When: Wednesday, October 10, 2007, 7:30am
Register: 717.637.6130 or www.HanoverChamber.com
Hanover
Area Chamber
A Marketing Plan - It's For Everyone
Where: Guthrie
Memorial Library
2 Library Place, Hanover PA
When: Thursday, October 11, 2007, 8:00am - 10:00am
Cost: $10/Member; $20/Non-Member
Register: 717.637.6130 or www.HanoverChamber.com
Presenter: Lois Knott, WhyKnott Advertising
Hanover
Area Chamber
Eye-Opener Breakfast
Where: Emory H. Markle Intermediate School
225 Bowman Road, Hanover PA
When: Wednesday, October 17, 2007, 7:30am
Cost: $10/Member; $20/Non-Member
Register: 717.637.6130 or www.HanoverChamber.com
Presenter: Flavius Lilly, Hanover Hospital
York
County Chamber of Commerce
Executive Welcome Program
Where: Chamber Board Room
96 South George Street, York PA
When: Thursday, October 18, 2007, 4:00pm-5:00pm
Register: www.yorkchamber.com
Executives new to the York area or recently promoted with-in their organizations are welcome to attend this program.
York
County Chamber of Commerce
Business After Hours
Where: YWCA of York
320 East Market Street, York PA
When: Thursday, October 18, 2007, 5:00pm-7:00pm
Register: www.yorkchamber.com
Grab your business cards and join us for an evening of networking at the YWCA of York in downtown York.
Hanover
Area Chamber
Annual Meeting
Where: Guthrie
Memorial Library
2 Library Place, Hanover PA
When: Thursday, October 18, 2007, 5:00pm-7:30pm
Register: 717.637.6130 or www.HanoverChamber.com
Hanover
Area Chamber
Membership Mixer
Where: Belco Community Credit Union
110 W. Eisenhower Dr., Hanover PA
When: Wednesday, October 24, 2007, 11:30am-1:30pm
Register: 717.637.6130 or www.HanoverChamber.com
Glamorous Hollywood Theme.
York
County Chamber of Commerce
Lunch Plus
Where: York
Fair/Expo Center, Pennsylvania Room
334 Carlisle Avenue, York PA
When: Thursday, October 25, 2007, 12:00pm
Register: www.yorkchamber.com
The October Lunch Plus will feature a presentation titled "Savings Dollars & Spending Dimes - Ins & Out of HRAs and HSAs" by Jen Geesey, president of Central Penn Benefits
York
County Chamber of Commerce
Economics Club Breakfast
Where: Yorktowne
Hotel
48 East Market Street, York PA
When: Wednesday, October 31, 2007, 7:30am
Register:www.yorkchamber.com The speaker for the October Economics Club will be Dave Patti of Pennsylvanians for Effective Government. Gold Sponsor: Summit. Silver Sponsor: Stock and Leader, Attorneys at Law. Registration begins at 7:00 a.m. |
