The Stephens County Development Authority held its second 2011 Developer Day April 21, bringing statewide economic development project managers to the community on a development-focused tour. Seven project managers from AGL Resources, Georgia EMC, Georgia Department of Economic Development, OneGeorgia, and Senator Johnny Isakson’s office toured the community. The trip showcased Stephens County’s development-ready sites, industrial buildings, work force, and leadership so as to help project managers better foster development in our area.
North Georgia Technical College’s Greg Roach and Mike Terrell of Fernside Package Store served as the “chauffeurs” for the day. Combat Training Solutions’ Deborah Chapman and Ben Clardy led the group on a tour of their facility. The group visited the new Stephens County High School as well. They also viewed several available industrial buildings and sites in the Meadowbrook Industrial Park and Hayestone Brady Business Park. The project managers got a glimpse at the natural sights of Toccoa and Stephens County with stops at the Currahee Military Museum, Toccoa Falls, Broad River Trestle and Camp Toccoa.
The economic developers joined local leaders from the City and County government, manufacturing, healthcare, education, and real estate sectors for lunch at the Willard Kimsey Environmental Education Center (Straw House). The statewide guests gave an overview of their agencies and projects, and local leaders had the chance to address their concerns and perspectives on local development projects.
One more Developer Day event is planned for May as part of the Development Authority’s initiative to raise statewide awareness of and support for Stephens County.
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