economic development
Sydney Cromwell
Mayors sign no-poaching pledge
The voluntary agreement states that the cities will not give incentives or otherwise try to lure businesses from their neighbors. Read more
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Beautification project, hotel planned for 18th Street South
Signs of the city’s economic development work will be visible throughout downtown Homewood in 2019, Ward 1 City Councilor Britt Thames says. Read more
Sydney Cromwell
City Council to hire attorney to review lid bill vote 'irregularities'
The council also approved an incentives package for a developer on 18th Street South. Read more
Courtesy of Scotty Stanford
Public hearing set for 18th street hotel, retail development incentives package
The development would expand the scope of a project originally proposed in 2017. Read more
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Better together?
Compared to national averages, Birmingham is lagging behind in growth for population, jobs and overall economic development. Read more
Sydney Cromwell
Samford University president outlines growth, plans for 175th year
2016 is the 175th year of Samford University's existence, and while the anniversary is technically Dec. 29, Westmoreland said there will be special events all year long. Read more
Emily Featherston
Committee recommends adding to economic development boards
Campbell said that with the current set up, the boards find it difficult to effectively help the city, despite having significant talent. Read more
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