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CITY OF EDGEWATER
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT BOARD
PROMOTIONAL ACTIVITIES SUBCOMMITTEE
April 22, 2004
1 :00 p.m.
CITY OF EDGEWATER
PLANNING DEPARTMENT CONFERENCE ROOM
CALL TO ORDER:
Mr. Doug McGinnis called the meeting to order at 1 :00 p.m. Members present were Tom Hamall,
and Board Coordinator Pat Drosten.
CONTINUED BUSINESS:
The Committee discussed what items should be presented to City Council at the workshop scheduled
for May 17,2004. They determined the emphasis should be placed on the Editorial Board task and
that several ways of reaching the desired market could be utilized including Site Selection companies
and publications and a locally produced newsletter. The committed stressed that a one-half (~) day
seminar for the media would be a good start-up project.
ADJOURNMENT:
The meeting adjourned at 1 :45 p.m.
Minutes respectfully submitted by:
Pat Drostt::n, Board Coordinator
Economic Development Board
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To: Joe Martin, Chairman, City of Edgewater Economic Development Board (EDB)
Ca EDB members
From: Pat Drosten, EDB Coordinator
RE. VIP (Volusia Information Partnership) meeting
I attended the VIP meeting hosted by the Volusia County Department of Economic Development
(VCDED) on April 21, 2004. The following agenda items from that meeting may be of interest to the
EDB Board:
• Two (2) publications developed by the Volusia County Department of Economic Development
are looking for story ideas. The Corporate Guide Volusia focuses on manufacturers in Volusia
County. The Real Estate Journal of Volusia County is seeking information regarding
regulatory issues municipalities are facing.
• The Daytona Beach News Journal is working on producing a bi-weekly Business Journal
which will be similar to the Business section published on Mondays in the Orlando Sentinel.
• The VCDED will attend two (2) upcoming trade shows and are inviting participants from the
municipalities. The first will be held in New York City on June 15 — 17. The focus is on
networking manufacturers of medical equipment and the expected attendance is 18, 000 —
20,000. On October 26 — 28 Orlando unit host a trade show of in -home medical equipment
that is geared toward both manufacturers and retailers. The expected attendance is 25,000.
The County will provide credentials and share booth space to interested municipalities.
• The VCDED is offering help with businesses seeking financial assistance in the form of SBA
604 loans. They wwll assist the business owner by compiling their submission applications and
assist with loan rate negotiations.
• The Workforce Development Board is currently offering a Manufacturing Competency
Program and can assist prospective businesses by developing specialized training classes for
employees.
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THE CITY OF EDGEWATER
POST OFFICE BOX 100 • EDGEWATER, FLORIDA 32132-0100
Mayor Donald A. Schmidt City Manager Kenneth R. Hooper
DWdct t Councilman James P. Brown City Attorney Scott A. Cookson
District 2 Councilman Dennis A.'Ancenzl City Clark Susan J. Wadmvorth
District 3 CounciMroman Harriet E. Rhodes Asst. City Manager Elizabeth J. Wanda
District 4 CounciNroman Judith R. Lichter Paralegal Robin L. Malusick
Frank Roberts April 15, 2004
City Manager
210 Sams Avenue
New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168
Dear Frank:
The City of Edgewater utilizes the services of a citizen's Economic Development Board for
recommendations to City Council and staff concerning methods to enhance the City's economic
strength. Recently the Economic Development Board presented a Comprehensive work plan to City
Council. The work plan identified the need for additional funding and staffing to support the efforts
of the Economic Development Board.
City Council expressed an interest in additional support for economic development and authorized
me to explore the potential of jointly using the services of your Business Development Director
(Shannon Lewis). It is my observation that NSB and Edgewater have developed a close working
relationship and enjoy several areas of coordination (closest unit response, vehicle maintenance,
water system interconnects and parks/recreational uses). Our efforts could be expanded to include
the mutual enhancements of the economic development of both communities.
Based on the Economic Development Board's work plan and other development related activities,
I think Edgewater could use 30-40 percent of Shannon's time. Edgewater would reimburse NSB
based on a proration of the budget for the Business Development Director. To minimize conflicts
and reduce competition, Shannon would report directly to the City Manager.
Please review this proposal and let me know if we can implement this concept.
Thank you in advance for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Ke eth R. Hooper
City Manager
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cc: Mayor and City Council CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
Economic Development Board 104 NORTH RIVERSIDE DRIVE
(386)424-2404 FA%{386)4242421
CN42004-39 a -mall: Khooper@cltyofedgewater.org
VOLUSIA SMART GROWTH SUMMIT SERIES
SUMMARY REPORT
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
DRAFT 2/20/04
Background
In January of 2003 the Volusia County Council identified smart growth as its highest
priority. In response, WARD, in partnership with the County Council, the Volusia
County School Board, municipalities, the Metropolitan Planning Organization, and
interested citizens and environmental groups formed a Steering Committee to sponsor a
series of Volusia Smart Growth Summits.
The goal of the summits has been to educate ourselves and interested citizens of Volusia
County about smart growth, and to explore support for applying smart growth ideas in
Volusia County. Nationallyzenowned experts on an growth spoke at the summits,
and facilitators from the Florida Institute of Government at UCF and the Florida Conflict
Resolution Consortium led the discussions:. Participants at the summits represented the
broad range ofthose affected by or interested in growth -related issues. In every instance,
the key concepts of smart growth received broad support.
The Steering Committee has prepared this report to provide a concise summary of what
smart growth is, why it is important, and how it could be implemented in Volusia,County.
The report also summarizes the discussions and recommendations of participants at the
summits.
What is Smart Growth? _
Smart growth is defined as a three-legged stool: it is economically sound; it is
environmentally responsible; and it promotes community livability. Smart growth is
characterized by:
• Collaboration on solutions — it is not a government responsibility, but rather a
community responsibility.
• A mix of uses.
• Encouragement of infill and redevelopment (while recognizing that this alone
cannot handle growth-)
• Promotion of the building of master -planned communities.
• Transportation choice.
• Housing opportunities for different income levels.
• Lowering of barriers to and provision of incentives for smart development.
• Promotion of high quality design techniques.
• Conservation of open -space and recognition of green infrastructure, which is not
random, not piecemeal, not isolated, and not single purpose.
It is founded on eight principles:
1. Identify and protect what needs to be protected before development occurs.
2. Engage diverse people and orgmiuttions in green infinativctuce initiation
3. Recognize that linkages are key.
4. Design systems at different scales.
5. Base the provision of infrastructure on sound science and lend use priorities;
6. Fund green infrastructure upfront
7. Emphasize the benefits that accrue to both nature and People.
8. Development should serve as a framework for both conservation and
development.
How might smart growth ideas be applied in Volusis County?
Throughout the summits, participants suggested recommendations regarding how smart,
growth ideas might be applied in Volusia County. They evaluated each suggested
recommendation using the following scale: support, minor reservation; major
reservations. Below is a summary of ideas that rencived broad suppo (�dined a, a
rankima of support or only minor reservations from more than ninety percent of
participams)..
Develop a county wide policy or vision with "sub-visioffi" for different areas or
communities.
Promote corridors for the conservation and enhancement of green space.
Encourage multi -use development to put less demands on infrastructure. .
Focus mired uses in downtowns and redevelopment areas
Implement redevelopment strategies that include: economic development
standards; a community vision; and defined areas.
Limit development in the fringe areas to encourage development in the core.
Have cities and county jointly adopt smart growth principles to help eliminate
competition among communities. -
Create incentives programs to promote smart growth•
Rewrite land use regulations to promote hM and allow increased densities.
Emphasize partnership between public and private entities.
Partner with the media to highlight positive examples of smart growth mud to
educate the public.
Greater detail on these ideas, and the full range of recommendations offered by
participants, can be found in the summaries of the individual summits appended to this
report.
implementation Strategies..
This section to be completed after Summit 5.
ROADMAP TO FLORIM FUTURE
2004-2009 Strategic Planning Process
Diversifying Florida's Economy
STAKEHOLDER PERSPECTIVES
East Central Region
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East Central Regional Meeting
The East Central Regional Strategic Meeting was held on August 14th, 2003 in Orlando, FL.
There were 12 panelists and 214 attendees.
The East Central Region is
comprised of:
Brevard County
Lake County
Marion County
Orange County
Osceola County
Seminole County
Sumter County
Volusia County
Thanks to our sponsors:
Florida High Tech Metro Orlando
Corridor Economic Development
Commission
Florida's Strategic Plan for Economic Development
East Central Regional Meeting Agenda
FLORIDA'S ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN
Welcome:
Richard T. Crotty, Chairman Orange County Commission
Governor's Office:
Lieutenant Governor Toni Jennings
Govemorls Priorities - Economic Diversification, Reading and Families
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT - ISSUES AND PRIORITIES
Presenter..
Darrell Kelley, President and CEO of Enterprise Florida
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Diversifying Florida's Economy and Job Creation Strategy
Panelists:
Raymond Gilley, President and CEO, Maim Orlando Economic Development Commission
John Hitt, Ph.D., President, University of Central Florida
Frank Kinney, Executive Director, Technical Research Development Authority
John Hillenmeyer, President and CEO, Orlando Regional Healthcare
Public Comment
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WORKFORCE - ISSUES AND PRIORITIES
Presenter.
Susan Pareigis, Director of Workforce Innovation Agency
Building a Woddclass Woridome
Panelists:
John Q. Quinones, Florida House of Representatives, Osceola County
Kent Sharpies, Ph.D., President, Daytona Beach Community College
John Majewski, President, G&T Conveyor, Inc.
Tom E. Gamble, Ph.D., President, Brevard Community College
Public Comment
LIVABLE FLORIDA COMMUNITIES - ISSUES AND PRIORITIES
Presenter. Glenda Hood, Secretary of State
Smart Growth, Infrastructures and Quality of Life
Panelists: Duane DeFreese, Ph.D., Vice President of Research, HubbsSeaWorld Research Institute
Dixie Samson, Director of Government Relations & Public Affairs, Canaveral Port Authority
Margot Knight, President and CEO
Joseph C. Jaynes, Vice Chairman, Volusia County Council
Wrap-up: Public Comment
Facilitator: Janet Watermeier, Florida Gulf Coast Group
East Central Region Meeting Summary
Economic Diversification Initiatives -- Job Creation Strategies:
East Central Region Priorities:
• Develop an Integrated Seven County Regional Diversification Strategy
• Ensure a consistent and dependable source of funding for economic development
• Market the state and region as a place for high -wage, high -value business
• Support legislation to enhance industry diversification
• Ensure infrastructure necessary for growth
• Expand the Research Corridor
• Support and fund research and development at universities and private institutions
• Focus additional efforts on unique niches in aerospace, marine industries and other
emerging technologies like biotech/medical
• Encourage Entrepreneurial Development and Support Programs for Value -Added Jobs
• Support Disney/SBA National Entrepreneur Center
• Support the creation of a venture capital pool
• Support international trade exports and securing the FTAA in Miami
What East Central Florida Must Do?
• Develop an integrated seven county regional diversification strategy
• Expand the Research Corridor
• Encourage entrepreneurial development and support programs for value-added jobs
What Can Florida Do?
1. Create a consistent and dependable source of funding to support diversification
2. Fully support a state-wide brand marketing approach that identifies and describes the
competitive advantages of Florida and each region of Flodda
3. Ensure that the legislation and necessary infrastructure is in place to compete effectively
worldwide
4. Continue to encourage the state's higher education institutions to pursue collaborative
opportunities
Building a World Class Workforce— Workforce and Economic Development as Partners
East Central Region Priorities:
• View Education (pre-K to 20) as an Economic Competitive Issue
• Establish standards that will move pre-K-12 performance into the top 10% of national
standards
• Establish regional programs that integrate schools, businesses and civic
organizations
• Establish funding formulas that recognize and support high growth areas
• Support colleges and universities to attain global leadership in educational
excellence
• Establish a Common Definition of Workforce Education and Training
• Agree on a common statewide definition of workforce education and training
• Develop accountability standards and funding mechanisms that support the definition
• Accelerate the Incentives for Workforce Programming that Integrate Education,
Economic Development and Employment
• Build local and regional quick response and flexibility in programs and spending
• Provide funding and flexibility for target industries and value-added jobs
• Ensure a funding formula for community colleges that recognizes and supports
high growth institutions
Best Practice Idea: The High Tech Corridor is a regional initiative in which
Universities, Community Colleges, Vocational --Technical programs,
Workforce Development and Economic Development programs collaborate
together, and work with business to create innovative programs and
successful graduates. This effort receives earmarked funding from the state
as a prototype program. This program should be replicated in other areas
What East Central Florida Must Do?
• View Education (pre-K to 20) as an Economic Competitive Issue
• Establish a Common Definition of Workforce Education and Training
• Accelerate the Incentives for Workforce Programming that Integrate Education,
Economic Development and Employment
What Can Florida Do?
1. Coordinate an effort to measure each region's education and workforce system
2. Establish a common definition of workforce education and training and provide adequate
funding for workforce development
3. Establish a mechanism to share and replicate regional best practices
4. Identify areas of improvement
5. Develop a 5-year strategic plan to "raise the ban' of educational and workforce
excellence
6. Develop consistent integrated state polices
7. Integrate workforce development and economic development strategic plans
Infrastructure -- Livable Communities
East Central Recion Priorities:
• Environmental Strategies
• Create, implement and fund a regional conservation land acquisition strategy
• Develop a comprehensive and integrated regional water strategy
• Develop an integrated region -wide comprehensive plan
• Smart, Quality Growth Strategies
• Integration of a seven county regional planning entity to address our region's
transportation planning and growth management needs
• Integration of the seven county regional planning structure to ensure the
understanding of how metropolitan transportation modes are interconnected and how
changes in one may affect another
• Quality of Life Strategies
• Explore the development and initiation of collaborative funding and advocacy
• Establish an integrated services network to analyze and support the quality of life of
the region's citizens
What East Central Florida Must Do?
• Environment:
• Create, implement and fund a regional conservation land acquisition strategy
• Develop a comprehensive and integrated regional water strategy
• Develop an integrated region -wide comprehensive plan
• Smart, Quality Growth:
• Integration of a seven county regional planning entity to address our region's
transportation planning and growth management needs
• Integration of the seven county regional planning structure to ensure the
understanding of how metropolitan transportation modes are interconnected and how
changes in one may affect another
. Quality of Life:
• Explore the development and initiation of collaborative funding and advocacy
• Establish an integrated services network to analyze and support the quality of life of
the region's citizens
What Can Florida Do?
1. Develop and pass comprehensive plan amendments to promote an integrated approach
to land stewardship
2. Facilitate the development and execution of regional water strategies
3. Support and fund regional conservation land acquisition strategies
4. Create regional planning entities based on a consistent market -driven methodology for
the establishment of regional boundaries
5. Support and fund the development of regional transit authorities
6. Grow financial support and infrastructure capacity for the state's cultural and
entertainment assets
7. Establish incentives and guidelines in all state agencies to work together regionally and
across systems
Best Practice Idea: The seven counties (Brevard, Lake, orange, Osceola,
Polk, Seminole and Volusia) have come together as a region, working
together for over two years, to build a regional framework for a better
community and to define regional priorities.A comprehensive document,
Central Florida: The New Regional Agenda was developed as a tool for public
officials, business leaders and community -based organizations to use fpr
future decision -making. Many of the priorities listed for this region am defined
in this document. For more information, visit the web site: www myrecion.orir
Additional Comment Summary:
Consideration of the arts, advertising, non -profits, television, film, video and music
industries as high wage industries and fund incentives for the film industry.
• More emphasis on research, technology transfer and capital development.
The importance of the manufacturing sector, its impact on the economy, the need for a
state policy to level the playing field with competing states for manufacturing
competitiveness, and suggestion for a 'Buy Florida" campaign.
• Arts and Culture are important to the Central Florida economy
• Literacy is important to educating Florida's population.
• Significant discussion about the importance of Pre-K programs, K-12 education quality
and funding, and the importance of literacy and mentoring
• Protecting our quality of life and the environment is important and decisions should be
made on sound scientific data which should be captured on a consistent basis.
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04-12-V A09:39 IN
April 9, 2004
The Editor
The News Journal
P.O. Box 2831
Daytona Beach, FL 32120-2831
Fax: (258-1577
The Editor:
APR 7 3 2004
WTMer
The excellent article on April 8th by Lynn-Bulmahn "Edgewater
debates Elks' land request" was a community service providing
our community an opportunity to learn about a desirable project
that can benefit Edgewater, Florida Shores and the ELKS Lodge 1557.
When the benefits of an $80,000 payroll and $200,000 added into
the community annually and Elks' charitable projects .along with a
modern meeting place facility available to business groups.and -
youth and charitable organizations free and,services available
.to businesses in ParkTowne Industrial Center and the community.
with an Elks Lodge in ParkTowne are contrasted with hoped for
other future residents I believe resistance to and concern about
a variance to the industrial development concept is misplaced.
To be reasonable, the Economic Development Board of Edgewater
should be asked to show progress with getting specific expected
tenants and prospects for ParkTowne planned for the next 2-5 years
in contrast to an Elks Lodge now. Also, a comparative assessment
of the benefits to the community, businesses and the City of
Edgewater should be considered and the advantages and/or
disadvantages of a variance be resolved on a practical basis not
hoped for opportunities.
The community wants the Elks Lodge in ParkTowne, Edgewater.
- James Ns3,Sowers
James N. Sowers
Florida Shores
2831 Travelers Palm Drive
Edge Water, FL 32141
(386)427-7290
cc:�4ayor Donald Schmidt -City of Edgewater
Concilwoman Judith Lichter-City of Edgewater
Pat Drostettii
From:
Fred Fathi [fathif@dbcc.edu]
Sent:
Wednesday, April 14, 2004 12:57 PM
To:
pdrosten@cityofedgewater.org
Subject:
Economic development committee
Pal,
Yes, I'll be happy to serve on Economic development committee of Edgewater City.
Fred Fathi
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April 8, 2004
City of Edgewater
Economic Development Board
Attn: Joe Martin, Chairman
Dear Joe
It has been my pleasure to serve my first term on Edgewater's
Economic Development Board. Particularly gratifying has been our
efforts to produce a Program of Work document.
I would be honored to serve another term on the Board if the Council so
wishes. I look forward to helping improve Edgewater's economic future.
Sincerely,
Doug McGinnis
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Pat Drosten
From: Darren Lear [dlear@cityofedgewater.org]
Sent: Friday, April 23, 2004 2:17 PM
To: Pat Hayes Planning Department
Subject: FW: Orlando Connections Conference
This may be of interest to your EDB Board
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Subject: Orlando Connections Conference
Hey there,
Hope you're doing well. Wanted to share some exciting news and an opportunity
for you.
The Orlando Connections Conference is being held at UCF on May 13. It's a
great day of networking, seminars, and exhibits. The theme: "Serous business
with a lighthearted approach"
Attached is a flyer with more information. I'm even a featured speaker- go
figure!
See you there,
Mark
Dr. Mark W. Morgan
Momentum Performance Group
"7 Steps To Exceptional Results"
386.409.7584
www.momentumpg.com
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to get involved: at the:
University of Central Florida
Registration: $35 advance I $45 day of event
$10 for UCF students with student ID / Free Parking
Title Seminar Symposium - 40 of them!
With Dr. Mark Morgan of Momentum Performance Group
Sponsorship A full "menu" with topics such as business marketing, contracts &
law, successful entertainment careers, communication, tax
strategies, diversity issues and many, many more!
Get an Expo - over 65 businesses represented.
Expo Table Including business to business services, products, career tools &
lifestrategists. Expo tables just$100
Ad in Program & Networking, LIVE Music and ART - All days
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Networking Guide able to network, mingle, schmooze and enjoy LIVE music and art
in the "Connections Caf€."
Get Tickets
Networking Guide — a resource tool for the future.
Each attendee and participant will receive a copy of the
to Attend
Networking Guide. All Speakers, Exhibitors, Sponsors,
just $35
Musicians and Artists will be listed along with their contact
"Checklists
information. Articles such as "l0 Tips for.." and for
Marketing Success;' along with business listings, will make this
guide a handy resource tool you can use month after month.
Listings and ads just $30- $100.
Questions?
Susie Vigon:
MORE INFO at:
407-341-1969
www.ConnectionsGroups.com
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Monday - April 12, 2004
HAPPYEASTER- Hope you and yours had a safe and enjoyable Easter weekend
PASSENGER TRAFFIC ATOSLA UPAGAIN-- Passengertraffic at Daytona Beach Intemational Airportwas up 11
percent in March in comparison with the same month last year. The County -operated airport recorded 64,800 incoming
and outgoing passengers during March. This compares to the 58,531 trawlers recorded in March last year. The airline
passenger load factor, which reflects aircraft seats filled, reached 89 percent, up 6 percent from March a year ago. For
the past 12 months, 580,363 travelers have flown in and out of the airport, a 16 percent increase over the same 12
months a year ago. March's traffic rise continued the Airport's positive trend of consecutive monthly traffic increases that
began in late 2002.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT EFFORTS TAKE TO THE SKIES - Planning to fly Delta Air Lines this month? Tune in to
the aidine's SkyRadio NPR channel to hear a segment called "Florida Business Review," which includes interviews with
Governor Jab Bush and several Florida business leaders about the slate's focus on innovation. The message has the
potential to be heard by 6.8 million passengers.
DAYTONA BEACH AREA RESORT TAX COLLECTIONS UP MORE THAN 10 PERCENT-- The Daytona Beach resort
area's year-to-date convention development tax collections for fiscal year 2003-04 are up by 10,75 percent over the same
period last year, according to the March revenue report prepared by the Volusia County Financial and Administrative
Services Department. From October through February, tax collections on Daytona Beach area room rentals totaled $2 23
million, an increase of more than $217,D00 over the same period last year.
HOME VALUES STILL LOWER THAN MOST AREAS -- The 2003 median sales price of an existing single family home
in the Volusia County market was $124,900 (26.5 percent lower than the national average), according to the National
Association of Realtors. Our local home average value compares to $169,900 for a similar single family home nationwide.
COLLEGE TUITION COSTS CONTINUE TO RISE SHARPLY-- In a recant report from the Wall Street Journal, statistics
show that tuition for public four-year colleges rose 14 percent in the 2003-04 academic year. Tuition at private universities
rose 6 percent in the same period. To assist college age students, financial packages have increased an average of 15
percent to help deal with the rapidly rising costs associated with higher teaming.
DEBT NOTJUSTFOR THE YOUNG -Americans over 65 average $4,041 in credit card debt, according to a bulletin
from AARP.
DAYTONA USA SET TO LAUNCH "!MAX EXPERIENCE - Daytona USA is about to bring the thrill of racing to a 3-D
IMAX level. The'NASCAR 3D: The IMAX Experience" theater upgrade is scheduled for completion later this month. This
technical upgrade of the 257-seat theater on International Speedway Boulevard now includes a perforated screen
measuring 63 feet wide by 39 feet high with millions of holes in it for sound to travel through to enhance the audio
adventure of what it feels like to be racing at Daytona International Speedway. According to Speedway officials, this will
be the first 3-D IMAX theater serving the Central Florida market.
FLORIDA'S JOB GROWTH OUTPACES NATION -- Florida continues to create jobs faster than the nation's 49 other
states combined. According to the Agency for Workforce Innovation (AWI), there were 131,400 new jobs created in
Florida from February last year to February this year. This lead the nation in the number of new jobs created and was the
fastest growth rate of the country's 10 most populous states
NEWS ITEMS WANTED!- Please send your business news items to: Dave Byron, Volusia County Community
Information, 123 W. Indiana Ave., DeLand, FL 32720-4612, by fax at 386/822-6072 or by e-mail at
dbyronAw volusiaft. us.
Phone: 386-248-SM Internet: wwwAoriciabusfneu.org Fax: 386-248-8037
vblusia County Department of Economic Development