The North Youngmann Commerce Center officially opened Thursday morning in a ceremony that included a number of local and county officials.
Erie County provided funding for road and infrastructure improvements at the previously unused site to expedite its rebirth as an industrial park
“With the grand opening of the North Youngmann Commerce Center, Erie County has a new industrial park to attract more business and continue our area’s economic growth,” said County Executive Mark Poloncarz. “Additionally, this project is a good example of smart growth principles, as it uses a parcel of land that had been fallow and transforms it into a hub of economic activity in a first-ring suburb.”
He added, “This parcel of land, which had contributed nothing to the tax rolls, now has one business onsite and another in development, and more are sure to follow. Projects like this are reinvigorating our communities and stimulating economic development all across Erie County.”
Rep. Brian Higgins said, “This hub for business and job growth in Tonawanda illustrates the success that comes when government makes the investments in critical infrastructure that drives private sector interest and development. County Executive Mark Poloncarz helped to pave the way for this opportunity through the dedication of critical resources to support infrastructure improvements, and the Town of Tonawanda’s leadership and diligence carried his key economic development project through. We were happy to work with them to help cut through the federal agency red tape and see this project move forward For the full article click here
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