January E-News

Business Retention and Expansion Program Taking a County-Wide Approach
Since July, YCEDC staff have conducted BREP visits in 39 municipalities. Staff is contacting the remaining municipalities to identify businesses that are eligible to participate in the program. The purpose of a BREP meeting is to identify needs and concerns of York County businesses. The program offers an extensive service provider network to respond to problems upon request. If you are aware of a company that would benefit from a BREP visit please contact Ellie Lamison.

Two New Members Welcomed to YCIDA Board
The YCIDA Board of Directors welcomed two new members at the Annual Meeting on January 2.

13 New Members Welcomed to YCEDC Board
The YCEDC Board of Directors welcomed 13 new members at the YCEDC Annual Meeting on January 10.

YCEDC Recognizes Volunteers
At its Annual Member meeting on January 10, the YCEDC presented three

awards to volunteers who support economic growth and improvement to the quality of life for the citizens of York County.

Peter Brubaker, of Hammer Creek Enterprises, LLC, received the 2007 YCEDC "Volunteer of the Year" award for his dedication and hard work on the Capital Resources Committee and his involvement with the Investors Circle of York (ICY).

YCEDC board member, Coni Wolf of York Container Company, was presented the 2007 YCEDC "Friend of Economic Development" award. Ms. Wolf's support and leadership during the past year have been extraordinary assets toward YCEDC's 2007 accomplishments. Ms. Wolf chairs YCEDC's Capital Resources Committee which oversees YCEDC's Membership Campaign.

Joseph Wagman of Wagman Construction, Inc., received the 2007 YCEDC "Dare to be Exceptional" award for his dedication and leadership. Mr. Wagman serves as Chairman for the YCEDC Marketing Committee, Chairman of Better York, Inc., and was Co-Chair for the Metro-York Municipal Work Group.

Grants Available Under Farmers Market Development Matching Grant Program
Pennsylvania announced an earmark of $75,000 in grants to develop and expand farmers' markets. Grants of up to $10,000 are available under the Farmers Market Development Matching Grant Program for eligible farmers, nonprofit groups, local governments and businesses or associations that run farmers' markets. Each grant applicant must provide at least 10 percent of the grant amount in matching or in-kind services. Applications must be submitted to the State Department of Agriculture by February 6. For more information call 800-468-2433.

Free Money Toward Energy Assessment
PennTAP has received funding from the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to offer a limited number of grants to cover a portion of the cost of performing a pollution prevention / energy efficiency (P2/E2) assessment of manufacturing facilities. With this funding, PennTAP has established a program to distribute these funds to worthy small and medium-sized Pennsylvania manufacturing facilities. The program enables PennTAP to equally share the assessment costs of a P2/E2 assessment with the client.

If you are interested in applying for one of these grants please e-mail Warren Weaver.

E-Filing Options Expand
More small-business owners can use Pennsylvania's free electronic tax-filing service to file their personal income-tax returns this year, according to the state Department of Revenue.

2007 Economic Census
In December, more than 4 million American businesses received 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.

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.

Jon Roberts Addresses YCEDC Membership and Board
Jon Roberts of TIP Strategies, Inc. spoke at the YCEDC Annual Member Meeting on January 10, 2008. Mr. Roberts created the strategy behind Gateway Technical College in Madison, WI.

Mr. Roberts emphasized "Quality of Place" as one of the most important assets a community should market as opposed to "Quality of Life." The rationale behind this thought is "without the amenities and resources associated with an outward-looking community, it will not be possible to attract young and productive people." Marketing a community on the basis of "quality of life reinforces the values of the existing population" while quality of place speaks to the future, embraces change and links directly to economic vitality.

Recommendations included focusing initiatives on talent, innovation and
entrepreneurship, and redevelopment with purpose, revisiting incubators, higher education and revitalizing the Codorus Corridor.

22nd Annual York County Agricultural Banquet Held
Over 150 people from across the county joined together to honor the agricultural community. The 22nd Annual York County Agricultural Recognition Banquet was held on Tuesday, January 22, 2008 in Old Main at the York Expo Center. The Banquet was presented by the York County Agricultural Business Council (YCABC). The mission of the YCABC is to promote the importance of agriculture to York County's economy and way of life.

YCEDC Welcomes New Staff Member
Kim (Hogeman) Gross joined YCEDC staff in late October as the New Business Development Coordinator for YCEDC. Originally from Linglestown PA, Kim is a 1995 Graduate of Dover Area High School and a recent Information Sciences and Technology graduate of Penn State York. Kim spent the last 12 years working for Fred Gregg Buick and Jack Giambalvo Motor Co.

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.

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

CGA Lawyer Named Super Lawyer
Attorney Lawrence V. Young has been named a "Super Lawyer" for the third consecutive year by Pennsylvania Super Lawyers, a joint publication of Philadelphia Magazine and Law & Politics. Only the top 5% of attorneys who have attained a very high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement in the state are represented by Super Lawyers. Compiled annually, the final list of candidates is determined through a careful polling, selection and verification process.

HIA Traffic Up 9.9 Percent During 2007
The Susquehanna Area Regional Airport Authority (SARAA) reported on January 23, 2008 that 2007 passenger traffic at Harrisburg International Airport (HIA) was up 9.9 percent when compared to 2006 on a 2.0 percent decrease in total departing airline seats available for sale. During 2007, 1,298,857 passengers used the airport while nearly 77 percent of all seats were sold - an 8.7 point increase over 2006 and a new all time high.

YCCVB Announces New Snack Food Trail
York County Convention & Visitors Bureau - Warm potato chips, creamy just-made candy, newly salted pretzels, tempt your taste buds with the freshest snacks around as you travel the new Sweet Treats and Salty Eats trail in York County, PA, the Snack Food Capital of the World. Savor the sweet and salty side of manufacturing as you go behind the scenes at York area snack food factory tours to watch as some of America's favorite treats are baked, popped, fried and seasoned to perfection right before your eyes.

Northwest Triangle Breaks Ground
With the help of a demolition crane, York Mayor John Brenner tore down part of Weaver's Auto Body Garage on North Beaver Street as part of the groundbreaking ceremony for the Northwest Triangle.

Brenner described the Northwest Triangle as the largest economic development initiative in recent memory for the city, which carries a price tag of more than $53 million. When finished with the project, residents can work, live, shop, and play all within downtown York.

Events

2008 Hot Stove Dinner
Where: Valencia Ballroom, 142 North George Street, York PA
When: February 6, 2008 6pm - 10pm
Register: www.yorkrevolution.com

The York Revolution will welcome Hall-of-Famer Jim Palmer to the Hot Stove Banquet on February 6, 2008. Palmer played his entire 19-year career with the Baltimore Orioles. In addition to Palmer, York Revolution Manager Chris Hoiles, and Ken Singleton, Justin Singleton, Mike Bordick and Tike Redman are all scheduled to attend the event.

Ken Singleton, a former Baltimore Oriole, is scheduled to appear as the guest emcee at the event. He played in two World Series and currently serves as a commentator for the New York Yankees on the YES Network.

CGA Law Firm to Host Seminars
Where: CGA Professional Center, 135 N. George Street.
When: February 19 - 21, 2008, 4pm-5pm
Register: To register, contact Toby Gwinn at tgwinn@cgalaw.com or call 848.4900. Registration will begin at 3:45 p.m. for each event. Seating is limited.

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12th Annual York County Cooperative Job Fair
Where: York Expo Center - Memorial Hall East
When: Tuesday, April 22 from 11am - 4pm
Register: By February 15, 2008 www.yorkjobfair.org

Don't miss this opportunity to meet your hiring needs and to showcase your business! This is also a chance for graduates and students of high schools, colleges, trade/technical schools, as well as the general population to learn about area employers and local employment opportunities. Early Bird registration is open through February 15, 2008, details at www.yorkjobfair.org.

Chamber Events

York County Chamber of Commerce
Expo Exhibitor Breakfast
Where: York Expo Center, White Rose Room
334 Carlisle Avenue, York PA
When: Tuesday, February 5, 2008, 7:30am
Register: www.yorkchamber.com

Make the Business & Technology Expo work for you by attending this idea sharing, networking, mini-expo breakfast. Learn the best way to market your booth, from traditional to non-traditional ideas through presentations brought to you by FASTSIGNS, Exhibit Studios and Inside Out Consulting.

York County Chamber of Commerce
New Member Orientation
Where: York County Chamber of Commerce
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.

Hanover Area Chamber
Membership Mixer
Where: Texas Roadhouse
179 Eisenhower Drive, Hanover PA
When: Thursday, February 7, 2008, 12pm-2pm
Register: 717.637.6130 or www.HanoverChamber.com

Meet the York Revolution Baseball Club.

Hanover Area Chamber
Chamber Networking
Where: Hanover Chamber Office
146 Carlisle Street, Hanover PA
When: Wednesday, February 13, 2008, 12pm-1pm
Cost: $25/Member; $35/Non-Member
Register: 717.637.6130 or www.HanoverChamber.com

Make valuable contacts with other entrepreneurs and business people in the community. Networking is key to developing a word-of-mouth-based business. Don't waste more time. Learn how to network like a master and see your business prosper. Lunch included.

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.

Hanover Area Chamber
Eye-Opener Breakfast
Where: Guthrie Memorial Library
2 Library Place, Hanover PA
When: Wednesday, February 20, 2008, 7:30am
Cost: $11/Member; $13/Non-Member
Register: 717.637.6130 or www.HanoverChamber.com

Area businesses will be saluted.

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.

Hanover Area Chamber
Non-Profit Roundtable
Where: Hanover Chamber Office
146 Carlisle Street, Hanover PA
When: Wednesday, February 13, 2008, 11am-1pm
Cost: $25/Member; $35/Non-Member
Register: 717.637.6130 or www.HanoverChamber.com

Facilitated by : Ellen Arnold, CFRE, The Franklin Consulting Group. A working lunch especially designed for managers of non-profit organizations to discuss issues of common interest such as: industry trends, fundraising, working with board members, other volunteers, etc. At the beginning of the session attendees will establish their own agenda of discussion items. Lunch included.

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.