About JIDB
The Jasper Industrial Development Board was established to coordinate and promote the growth and development of new and existing business and industry within the City of Jasper, Alabama. The mission of the Board is to expand local job opportunities, improve the quality of life for area residents and grow the local economy.
What JIDB can do for you:
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One-stop-shop for industries – both new and existing
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Filing and administration of tax abatements
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Be a proponent for legislation
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Plan announcements, groundbreakings and ribbon cuttings for industry
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Assist with obtaining or improving infrastructure requirements
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Locate available sites or buildings for industrial or retail development projects
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Facilitate training needs between industry and local/state education institutions
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Assist in the permitting process
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Local wage and benefit survey available to participants
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Assist international companies
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Apply for site preparation grants
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Provide demographic data
Board Members:
Mr. Jerry Byars - Chairman
Mr. Curt Ballard - Treasurer
Mr. Terry Gurganus - Past chair
Board Members:
Mr. Bert Hendrix
Dr. Leslie Hartley
Mr. Charles Tatum
Mr. Carlos Pedraza
Mr. Tony Sparks
Mr. Wayne Rector
Mr. Jon Williams
Mrs. Carol Alexander
Mr. Jerry Byars
Mr. Paul Kennedy
Mr. Josh Gates
Mr. Kenny Harris
Mrs. Lisa Killingsworth
Mr. Lamar Lawrence