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Following Mr. Robusto, NAL Chairman/CEO
Noriaki Yonezawa echoed his appreciation for all of the support of
those who came to the groundbreaking ceremony. He noted that
the Alabama Industrial Development Training program was an important
factor in selecting Muscle Shoals. He drew a big round of
applause when he donned his new City of Muscle Shoals ball cap. Forrest Wright then introduced Congressman Bud Cramer to speak, noting that Congressman Cramer is that special congressman who calls you and asks what needs to be done rather than waiting for you to call him. Congressman Cramer praised the close cooperation of the city, county, and state officials in working to attract NAL to North Alabama. He noted that times have changed and the site selection process has become much more competitive. Without the combined efforts of all who worked on this project, it would not have resulted in the successful outcome we have today. 
Senator
Bobby Denton and Liz Anderson, Chair of the SEDA Board of Directors, rounded
out the ceremony. Senator Denton spoke on behalf of Senator Roger
Bedford, Representative Marcel Black, Representative Tammy Irons, and
Representative Lynn Greer. Liz Anderson thanked both the SEDA Board and
SEDA Staff for their diligent work on this project.Finally, the shovels came out and the ceremonial groundbreaking took place to cap off a memorable event for all! Due to the complexity of this
project, it's impossible to list everyone individually who touched it -- we
would inevitably miss someone. Therefore, the Shoals Economic Development
Authority Board of Directors and Staff would like to thank everyone who
participated in bringing North American Lighting to The Shoals. This successful
site location is a great example of a true partnership of many individuals and
agencies working together. Thanks! |
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The Alabama Department of
Economic and Community Affairs has launched an easy one-stop
source for finding high tech companies in the state with the
new High Tech Directory Web site at www.hightechdirectory.alabama.gov.
The directory lists more than
175 businesses from around the state in several industries,
including aerospace, automotive, biotechnology, electronics,
and information technology. It serves as a recruitment
tool for other high-tech industries and enables existing
Alabama companies who might have been unfamiliar with one
another to work together. "This directory documents the wealth of high tech companies in Alabama," Governor Bob Riley said. "It will be a valuable tool to attract more business to Alabama, which will further strengthen and diversify our economy." The directory is searchable by county, region, or category. Each listing includes the company name and location, contact information, Web site address, number of employees, and a description of the products or services offered. Because the directory is Internet-based, it is never out of date. Companies can update, add, or delete their information at any time, simply by using the password issued to them. Companies who do business in high-tech industries and are not currently listed in the directory may submit their information through the "submit/update company info" section of the Web site. ADECA will maintain the directory site, which was developed by the University of Alabama in Huntsville. The site's development was funded by a grant to the university by Governor Riley. |
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The SEDA Board, at its July board meeting, passed a resolution recognizing the long-term service of Bill Lucas as a member of its board. The Resolution reads: A Resolution WHEREAS,
the Shoals Economic Development Authority has been WHEREAS,
Bill Lucas has exhibited a professional and progressive BE
IT THEREFORE RESOLVED, this 25th day of July, 2006, the
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making this project a reality. He noted that without the
efforts of Governor Riley and Congressman Cramer; the Colbert and
Lauderdale County Commissions; the mayors and city councils of
Sheffield, Tuscumbia, Muscle Shoals, and Florence; SEDA; the Alabama
Development Office; and many others, this project would not have
been possible.
Governor
Bob Riley had high praise for Mayor Bradford, calling him "one
of the best mayors in the state." He also had good things
to say about the work of Forrest Wright for the economic development
of The Shoals. Governor Riley spoke of his high hopes for the
new Shoals Research Airpark, noting that NAL's commitment to The
Shoals should lead the way for future attraction of companies to the
area. With the federal and state grants received due to the
NAL project, the development of the infrastructure of the park will
make it an outstanding location for attracting new companies.
few states, NAL had
