December E-News

Happy Holidays
The staff of the YCEDC would like to wish everyone a happy and safe holiday. In observance of the holidays, the YCEDC office will be closed as follows:

Jon Roberts to Speak at YCEDC Annual Member Meeting
Jon Roberts of TIP Strategies, Inc. will speak at the YCEDC Annual Member Meeting on January 10, 2008. Mr. Roberts was the creator of the strategy behind Gateway Technical College in Madison, W.I.

Mr. Roberts is the Managing Director of TIP Strategies, Inc. (TIP), in Austin, Texas. He is an international leader in economic development and a proponent of the "creative class" as a model for growth. He has overseen projects in Oregon, Texas, and other U.S. regions, as well as in Europe and Asia. Mr. Roberts is currently involved in a variety of development and recruitment projects.

Prints of Sovereign Bank Stadium Now On Sale
Prints of York Revolution - The Scorekeeper's View are now on sale! Prints are available at three price points and make a great gift for employees, the boss, clients, family and friends or buy one for the office! To order your print today, please fill out an order form and fax it to 717-843-8837 or email it to walessi@ycedc.org.

YorkCounts Presents Metro-York Recommendations
YorkCounts, York County's community-wide quality-of-life coalition, presented eight forward-thinking recommendations in November for improving municipal prosperity and education, with the aim of a better, stronger heart of York County. Known as the Metro-York recommendations, the ideas are the outcome of YorkCounts' ambitious Metro-York project.

2007 Economic Census
In December, more than 4 million American businesses will receive 2007
Economic Census forms from the U.S. Census Bureau. The economic census is the nation's most comprehensive measure of business and industry, and is taken every five years. Ben Bernanke has called the economic census "indispensable to understanding America's economy." Business response is so important that it is required by law.

Businesses should return their census forms promptly by the February 12, 2008 due date.

North America Power Partners Spinning Reserves Program
North America Power Partners is a demand response provider. These programs are fully endorsed by The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). The Spinning Reserves Program generates revenues for companies that are willing to be on standby as a resource to the electric grid (PJM). NAPP manages all of the complexities to offer a risk free and easy program to its customers. The Energy Market Program generates revenues by selling companies' unused electricity back into the wholesale energy market.

ICY Update
An area company updated ICY investors on a system that screens fresh cut produce for bacterial contamination at the ICY meeting on November 28. This was the second presentation this company had made before the ICY group. A company that manufactures a nanotube-based microchip sensor used to monitor drinking water also presented. The last presentation of the evening was a York County company that produces theft prevention/recovery systems. Interest has been shown in at least one of the companies and investors have started the due diligence process on this company.

If you are an accredited investor or a company looking for investors, please contact Carole Swope for more information.

Every year, the Course is held during the first full week of December. The Course will be held from November 30 - December 5, 2008. If you are interested in learning more about the Basic Economic Development Course in Pennsylvania, please visit our web site at www.bedcpa.org.

YCEDC Holiday Open House Held
The YCEDC held its Annual
Holiday Open House on Thursday, December 13. Thank you to all of our Sponsors, Members, Tenants and Special Guests who made it a festive night.

YCEDC Seeking A Workforce Development Advocate
The YCEDC is currently seeking applicants for a Workforce Development Advocate. Interested parties should submit a resume and salary history/requirements via email to Kacie Longenberger.

How Can YCEDC Help Your Business?
The YCEDC Economic Development Team conducts on-site visits with leaders in business and industry as part of Pennsylvania's Business Retention and Expansion Program (BREP). During these visits, staff collect information on each company's needs and concerns, learning about challenges faced by businesses throughout York County. Identifying the issues helps the YCEDC to better respond with services to meet the changing needs of York's growing economy.

If you would like YCEDC staff to visit with your company, please contact Ellie Lamison at 717-846-8879 x3029 to schedule a visit.

YCEDC Members: If you have news that you would like to include, please send it to Wilda Alessi before the 20th of each month.

York Revolution Holds Ribbon Cutting for Ticket Office
The York Revolution held an official ribbon cutting ceremony for the Apple Chevrolet Ticket Office at Sovereign Bank Stadium on Saturday, December 15. Following the ceremony, sales were open for all 70 home games in 2008 for one-day only. This was the only chance fans had to purchase individual game tickets until they go on sale in April.

SARAA Approves 2008 Budget
The Susquehanna Area Regional Airport Authority (SARAA) approved a 2008-expense budget of 15.8 million consisting of $14.8 million for maintenance and operations and approximately $1.0 million for capital improvements. SARAA anticipates airline and non-airline revenues of approximately $24.6 million.

C.S. Davidson Named Business of the Year
The Central Penn Business Journal named YCEDC Gold Sponsor, C.S. Davidson, Business of the Year in the 101 or more Employees category.

YCEDC Gold Sponsor bmc and Silver Sponsor Herbert, Rowland & Grubic were among the finalists.

YCEDC Member Bailey Travel was a finalist in the Business of the Year 1-50 Employees category while Bronze Sponsor Keener Kitchen Manufacturing was a finalist in the 51-100 Employees category.

Two YCEDC Members Finalists for Corporate Citizen of the Year
YCEDC Gold Sponsor, Adhesives Research, and Bronze Sponsor, York Traditions Bank, were finalists for Corporate Citizen of the Year as published by Central Penn Business Journal.

Events

New Year's Eve Gala at Sovereign Bank Stadium
The York Revolution will host a New Year's Eve Gala in the White Rose Hall, at Sovereign Bank Stadium, as part of the New Year's Revolution grand finale event, sponsored by Community Courier. Gates will open at 6pm and dinner will start at 7pm. You must be 21 years or older to purchase tickets for this event with ticket prices at $125 for an individual and $100 per person for two or more people.

New Year's Revolution at Sovereign Bank Stadium
Mayor John S. Brenner and members of York Revolution Baseball announced their plans to partner together to create a larger New Year's Eve event on Monday, December 31 from 6 p.m. until midnight throughout downtown York. As in years past, the New Year's Eve celebration will focus on fun, family entertainment for all ages throughout more than 20 downtown locations, but it will culminate with an expanded finale with live music and entertainment held in the comfort of Sovereign Bank Stadium. The new event will now be called "New Year's Revolution!"

Rutter's Farm Stores will once again sell admission buttons throughout their 35 York County locations after the Thanksgiving holiday. For updated entertainment lineup and button availability click here or visit www.yorkrevolution.com

For more information on the Revolution Finale, please visit www.yorkrevolution.com

Ag Forum
AgChoice Farm Credit is sponsoring a local Ag Forum on Monday, January 14, 2008. The agenda includes "Leading Economic Trends from the Ag Globetrotter" by Dr. Dave Kohl from Virginia Tech University and "Achieving Financial Goals through Wealthcare" by Tim Sutherland, AgChoice Farm Credit Director of Wealth Management.

TechNet at the Harp & Fiddle Restaurant In York
January 17, 2008
5:29 - 8:59 PM
The Harp & Fiddle Restaurant - The Abbey - 110 North George Street
Get Connected to the region's premier technology networking event. Fun is intended, food is free and it's all about technology business development. Sponsored by: York KIZ - www.yorkkiz.org

Parking: There is direct access to The Abbey from the 3rd level of the parking garage via Philadelphia Street which is just West of George Street.
To register visit www.tccp.org, click on Calendar, January 17-TechNet

Agricultural Recognition Banquet Scheduled
The York County Agriculture Business Council will hold its 22nd Annual Agricultural Recognition Banquet on Tuesday, January 22, 2008 at the York Expo Center, Old Main Hall. The evening will begin with a social hour at 5:45 p.m., followed by dinner at 6:45 p.m. Stock & Leader, Attorneys At Law is sponsoring the keynote speaker, Dr. Ron Hansen.

Hanover Area Chamber
Membership Mixer
Where: H & R Block
1404 Baltimore Street, Hanover PA
When: Thursday, January 10, 2008, 11:30am-1:30pm
Register: 717.637.6130 or www.HanoverChamber.com

York County Chamber of Commerce
2008 Legislative Luncheon
Where: Yorktowne Hotel
48 East Market Street, York PA
When: Thursday, January 10, 2008, 12:00pm
Register: www.yorkchamber.com

Please plan to join the York Chamber for this special opportunity to meet with local elected officials and discuss issues important to business.

Hanover Area Chamber
"Non-Profit Marketing" Seminar
Where: Hanover Chamber Office
146 Carlisle Street, Hanover PA
When: Thursday, January 17, 2008, 8:00-10:00am
Cost: $10/Member; $20/Non-Member
Register: 717.637.6130 or www.HanoverChamber.com

York County Chamber of Commerce
Breakfast Plus
Where: York Fair/Expo Center, Pennsylvania Room
334 Carlisle Avenue, York PA
When: Friday, January 25, 2008, 7:30am
Register: www.yorkchamber.com

Looking to discuss what you do with other 15 other York Chamber members from varying business backgrounds and hear about what they do? Join the Chamber for Speed Networking! Seating is limited and attendees must be from different business categories, so register as soon as possible if you would like to participate.

York County Chamber of Commerce
New Member Orientation
Where: Chamber Board Room
96 South George Street, York PA
When: Thursday, February 7, 2008, 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.

York County Chamber of Commerce
Business After Hours
Where: First Capital Credit Union
1601 Kenneth Road, York PA
When: Tuesday, February 19, 2008, 5:00pm-7:00pm
Register: www.yorkchamber.com

Grab your business cards and join the York Chamber for Business After Hours at First Capital Federal Credit Union on Kenneth Rd.

York County Chamber of Commerce
Economics Club Breakfast
Where: Yorktowne Hotel
48 East Market Street, York PA
When: Wednesday, February 27, 2008, 7:30am
Register: www.yorkchamber.com

The February Economics Club will feature a presentation on Urban Development & Redevelopment by Eric Menzer of Wagman Construction.

York County Chamber of Commerce
Lunch Plus
Where: York Fair/Expo Center, Pennsylvania Room
334 Carlisle Avenue, York PA
When: Thursday, February 28, 2008, 12:00pm
Register: www.yorkchamber.com

Barry Davis, Head of Career Services for LMA Consulting Group, presents: Building Your Organization from Within: Identifying, Motivating & Retaining Star Employees.