Valdosta-Lowndes County Industrial Authority

Valdosta-Lowndes County Industrial Authority is here to help your business succeed in Valdosta-Lowndes County, Georgia. Whether you’re expanding, relocating or just starting up, we’re here to provide technical and financial assistance to your business. Through our professional staff and ability to leverage resources, we are confident our business development services will add value to your project.

Meeting Schedule

 

How we help:

•     Gather the research and information you need to make smart business decisions

•     Lead a real estate search and locate the site or building right for your needs (industrial or commercial property)

•     Evaluate zoning, allowed uses and permitting to ensure the simplest process for your development project

•     Assess and /or coordinate with local construction companies or building contractors

•     Identify area suppliers, including connecting you with existing businesses to source parts or service locally

•     Find and apply for relevant financial incentives, including but not limited to business grants, tax credits, tax breaks, loans, forgivable loans, and job training funds

•     Coordinate with municipal services and utilities to keep your project moving on the fast track

•     Connect you to workforce development resources, including job training programs that prepare your workers before you even open your doors

•     Identify and coordinate available technical assistance programs

•     Connect you with new programs and services in your industry

•     Connect you to entrepreneurial development programs and opportunities for professional growth

•     Assist you with sustainable development, including energy efficiency assessments, energy rebates, and energy management tools

We’re here to help build and grow your business in Valdosta-Lowndes County. Think of us as a part of your project management team. We’ll be there every step of the way from site selection to cutting the ribbon. And, even after you open, we’ll provide services to help you continue to grow.

Contact us today with your specific needs and questions. We’re ready to start.

 

Meeting Schedule

All Meetings will be held at 5:30pm in the Industrial Authority Conference Room, 2110 North Patterson Street, unless otherwise notified.

 

•     Januray 15, 2013

•     February 19, 2013

•     There will be a Special Called Meeting of the Valdosta-Lowndes County Industrial Authority on Friday, March 8, 2013, 11:00 am at theValdosta-Lowndes County Industrial Authority Offices. This Special Called Meeting will also serve as the Regular March 2013 Meeting. There will be no meeting on Tuesday, March 19, 2013.

•     April 16, 2013

•     May 21, 2013

•     June 18, 2013

•     July 16, 2013

•     August 20, 2013

•     September 17, 2013

•     October 15, 2013

•     November 19, 2013

•     December 17, 2013

Workforce Development

Incentives & Financing

Cost of Doing Business

Transportation

 

Workforce Development

Affordable Workforce

Our laborforce is not just available, it’s affordable. Our average county wage is $15.63/hour and our 2011 Laborshed Study found the wage range to attract upper qualified hourly wage applicants is between $10.00/hour and $12.00/hour. Click here to learn more about our workforce advantage.

 

Insurance Rates

Insurance rates in Georgia are some of the least expensive in the nation, especially when it comes to ensuring vehicles. Additionally, your company will realize less expensive property insurance rates here than in many cities, as we have a professional, full-time fire department and some of the lowest crime rates in Georgia.

 

Utility Costs

The City of Valdosta and Lowndes County owns and operates water and sewer serving the county’s residents and businesses. Due to wise investments over the years and an eye on planning for the future, the county has some of the most affordable and stable rates in the State of Georgia.

 

The City and County has ample capacity to serve new employers and has the infrastructure in place to serve new development throughout our large business parks. This is a huge cost savings for your business when looking to develop new facilities.

 

Our business development team is here to help your business to run smoother and operate with high efficiencies. From annual thermography to on-going load management analysis, we can provide you with the tools and resources needed to make wise business decisions that boost your bottom line and your “sustainability.”

 

Learn more about our municipal utilities.

 

State Business Advantages

Georgia’s “pro business” environment is the product of state statutes, economic development practices and third-party endorsements. Here are just a few facts that illustrate how Georgia speaks business.

• Low corporate taxes: Georgia was the first southeastern state to pass single-factor corporate tax apportionment. This legislation applies the 6 percent corporate tax rate only to the portion of income earned inside the state.High bond ratings: Georgia is one of a handful of states to have the highest bond ratings (AAA) from all three major municipal bond rating agencies — Moody’s Fitch and Standard & Poor’s.

• Top rankings: Year after year, Georgia ranks as a “top 10” state for business — by Forbes, CNBC and many others. Example: In fall 2011, a nationwide survey of location consultants named Georgia the 2nd best state in the U.S. for doing business.

• Corporate presence: Industry giants Home Depot, UPS, Coca-Cola and Delta Air Lines are just a few of the 32 Fortune 1000 companies that chose Georgia for their headquarters. And only New York and Houston have more Fortune 500 companies .

• Fiscal conservatism: State law mandates that Georgia continuously maintain a balanced state budget. And the state consistently maintains one of the nation’s lowest debt-per-capita levels.Business development support: Georgia’s Department of Economic Development has industry experts and project managers whose sole responsibility is to help businesses expand. These professionals connect companies large and small to government and business leaders at home and abroad; represent the state’s industries at conventions and meetings worldwide; and provide a wealth of data and analysis to inform decision-making.

• Community leadership: The Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD), Georgia Chamber of Commerce and dozens of other development agencies statewide assist businesses in communicating with communities, educating a diverse workforce, and promoting the growth of their industries.

• Economic development momentum: Launched in 2011, the Georgia Competitiveness Initiative is bringing together industry and government to further strengthen Georgia’s economic development strategy.

 

Incentives & Financing

    Local Assistance
    Opportunity Zone
    Georgia Competitve Advantages
    Georgia Tax Credits
    Georgia Hiring and Training Assistance
    Other Assistance Programs
    Do I Qualify?

Local Assistance

Valdosta-Lowndes County Industrial Authority is aggressive in how we can structure a deal. Whether you need direct financial assistance, fast track permitting, workforce assistance or engineering assistance, we can tailor a package fitting your business needs. Our offerings include:

Property Tax Abatement	Land Incentives	Industrial Revenue Bonds
Revolving Loan Funds	Freeport Exemption	Engineering Services Assistance
New Market Tax Credit	Fast Track Permitting	Permitting and Infrastructure Financial Assistance
Build to Suit/Lease Back Arrangement	Waived Utility Fees/Reduced Utility Costs	Permitting and Infrastructure Financial Assistance

 
Our team is ready to help you solve financial challenges by helping you identify, apply for and speed up the acceptance process for the financial assistance you need. Contact us today to start the process. Or, explore the other ways we can help your business grow.

 

Opportunity Zone

Local governments that undertake redevelopment and revitalization efforts in certain older commercial and industrial areas qualify as Opportunity Zones (OZs) and can receive a State of Georgia job tax credit. New or existing businesses that create two or more jobs can receive a tax credit of up to $3,500 per new Georgia job. Credits can be used toward income tax liability and state payroll withholding. Areas that qualify for Opportunity Zone status are also typically within or adjacent to a census block group with a 15 percent or greater poverty level. Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) has designated the downtown area of Valdosta-Lowndes County as Opportunity Zone.

An Opportunity Zone qualified project may receive:

•     the maximum Job Tax Credit allowed under law - $3,500 per job created

•     the lowest job creation threshold of any job tax credit program - 2 jobs

•     use of Job Tax Credits against 100 percent of Georgia income tax liability and withholding tax

•     provides for businesses of any nature to qualify, not just a defined "business enterprise"

To read more on the state's Opportunity Zone Program, please visit the Georgia Department of Community Affairs' website by clicking here.

   

Georgia Competitive Advantages

The State of Georgia offers many business advantages, including:

•     Low corporate taxes: Georgia was the first southeastern state to pass single-factor corporate tax apportionment. This legislation applies the 6 percent corporate tax rate only to the portion of income earned inside the state.

•     High bond ratings: Georgia is one of a handful of states to have the highest bond ratings (AAA) from all three major municipal bond rating agencies — Moody’s Fitch and Standard & Poor’s.

•     Top rankings: Year after year, Georgia ranks as a “top 10” state for business — by Forbes, CNBC and many others. Example: In fall 2011, a nationwide survey of location consultants named Georgia the 2nd best state in the U.S. for doing business.

•     Corporate presence: Industry giants Home Depot, UPS, Coca-Cola and Delta Air Lines are just a few of the 32 Fortune 1000 companies that chose Georgia for their headquarters. And only New York and Houston have more Fortune 500 companies .

•     Fiscal conservatism: State law mandates that Georgia continuously maintain a balanced state budget. And the state consistently maintains one of the nation’s lowest debt-per-capita levels.

•     Business development support: Georgia’s Department of Economic Development has industry experts and project managers whose sole responsibility is to help businesses expand. These professionals connect companies large and small to government and business leaders at home and abroad; represent the state’s industries at conventions and meetings worldwide; and provide a wealth of data and analysis to inform decision-making.

•     Community leadership: The Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD), Georgia Chamber of Commerce and dozens of other development agencies statewide assist businesses in communicating with communities, educating a diverse workforce, and promoting the growth of their industries.

•     Economic development momentum: Launched in 2011, the Georgia Competitiveness Initiative is bringing together industry and government to further strengthen Georgia’s economic development strategy.

You can find out more information on Georgia’s Competitive Advantages here.

   

Georgia Tax Credits

Georgia has numerous tax credits and incentives for qualifying businesses. These include:

   

Job Tax Credit	Quality Jobs Tax Credit	Port Tax Credit Bonus
Work Opportunity Tax Credit	Mega Project Tax Credit	Investment Tax Credit
Optional Investment Tax Credit	Research and Development Tax Credit	Retraining Tax Credit
Child-Care Tax Credit	Film, Television and Digital Entertainment Tax Credit

You can find out more information on Georgia’s tax credits here.

 

Georgia Hiring and Training Assistance

•         Georgia Department of Labor

•         QuickStart Employee Training – georgiaquickstart.org

•         HOPE Scholarship and Grant

•         Georgia Intellectual Capital Partnership Program (ICAPP) icapp.org

•         Retraining Tax Credit

 

Other Assistance Programs

Valdosta-Lowndes County can help you access federal programs and direct financial assistance offered by local and regional economic development entities. Some of these programs include:

•     USDA Business and Industry Loan Guarantees

•     USDA Rural Economic Development Loans and Grants

•     Entrepreneur and Small Business Loan (ESB) Guarantee Program

•     Small Business Administration (SBA) Loans

•     Workforce Investment Act

•     South Regional Commission

Do I Qualify?

To find out if you qualify for any of the above programs or credits, or to request additional information, please contact our team.

 

Cost of Doing Business

Valdosta-Lowndes County has many business advantages translating into a competitive advantage for businesses looking to reduce costs and globally compete.

Affordable Workforce
Our laborforce is not just available, it’s affordable. Our average county wage is $15.63/hour and our 2011 Laborshed Study found the wage range to attract upper qualified hourly wage applicants is between $10.00/hour and $12.00/hour. Click here to learn more about our workforce advantage.

Insurance Rates
Insurance rates in Georgia are some of the least expensive in the nation, especially when it comes to ensuring vehicles. Additionally, your company will realize less expensive property insurance rates here than in many cities, as we have a professional, full-time fire department and some of the lowest crime rates in Georgia.

Utility Costs
The City of Valdosta and Lowndes County owns and operates water and sewer serving the county’s residents and businesses. Due to wise investments over the years and an eye on planning for the future, the county has some of the most affordable and stable rates in the State of Georgia.

The City and County has ample capacity to serve new employers and has the infrastructure in place to serve new development throughout our large business parks. This is a huge cost savings for your business when looking to develop new facilities.

Our business development team is here to help your business to run smoother and operate with high efficiencies. From annual thermography to on-going load management analysis, we can provide you with the tools and resources needed to make wise business decisions that boost your bottom line and your “sustainability.”

Learn more about our municipal utilities.

State Business Advantages
Georgia’s “pro business” environment is the product of state statutes, economic development practices and third-party endorsements. Here are just a few facts that illustrate how Georgia speaks business.

• Low corporate taxes: Georgia was the first southeastern state to pass single-factor corporate tax apportionment. This legislation applies the 6 percent corporate tax rate only to the portion of income earned inside the state.High bond ratings: Georgia is one of a handful of states to have the highest bond ratings (AAA) from all three major municipal bond rating agencies — Moody’s Fitch and Standard & Poor’s.

• Top rankings: Year after year, Georgia ranks as a “top 10” state for business — by Forbes, CNBC and many others. Example: In fall 2011, a nationwide survey of location consultants named Georgia the 2nd best state in the U.S. for doing business.

• Corporate presence: Industry giants Home Depot, UPS, Coca-Cola and Delta Air Lines are just a few of the 32 Fortune 1000 companies that chose Georgia for their headquarters. And only New York and Houston have more Fortune 500 companies .

• Fiscal conservatism: State law mandates that Georgia continuously maintain a balanced state budget. And the state consistently maintains one of the nation’s lowest debt-per-capita levels.Business development support: Georgia’s Department of Economic Development has industry experts and project managers whose sole responsibility is to help businesses expand. These professionals connect companies large and small to government and business leaders at home and abroad; represent the state’s industries at conventions and meetings worldwide; and provide a wealth of data and analysis to inform decision-making.

• Community leadership: The Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD), Georgia Chamber of Commerce and dozens of other development agencies statewide assist businesses in communicating with communities, educating a diverse workforce, and promoting the growth of their industries.

• Economic development momentum: Launched in 2011, the Georgia Competitiveness Initiative is bringing together industry and government to further strengthen Georgia’s economic development strategy.

Transportation

Valdosta-Lowndes County is the unrivaled transportation hub of the Southeast connecting companies to virtually every major market in real time. The community’s strategic location halfway between Atlanta and Orlando, on Interstate-75 (north and south) and just north of Interstate 10 (east and west), explains why Valdosta-Lowndes County has become an emerging logistics center. The region’s efficient, effective and dynamic transportation goods to intermodal network rail services and several port facilities.

For a transportation map, click here. Our location makes moving your people and products from here to anywhere, easy. It’s also what makes our companies so successful at competing globally. Build your innovation here.

Airports
Commercial air service is offered by Delta from Valdosta, Georgia with daily flights connecting through Atlanta. Jacksonville International airport is only 132 miles Southeast of Valdosta-Lowndes County and features eight major airlines.

Valdosta-Lowndes County also boosts its own municipal airport with an 8,002 foot runway, private air services, full time Fixed-Base Operator, and available jet fuel.

Highways
Valdosta-Lowndes County is strategically located along a six lane interstate (Interstate-75). Valdosta-Lowndes County is approximately 50 miles from Interstate 10.

Major metro markets that can be reached in one day by truck include:

•     Atlanta, GA

•     Orlando, FL

•     Tallahassee, FL

•     Jacksonville, FL

•     Tampa, FL

•     Miami, FL

•     Birmingham, AL

•     Nashville, TN

•     Columbia, SC

•     Jackson, MS

•     Charlotte, NC

•     Memphis, TN

•     New Orleans, LA

•     Lexington, KY

Railroads
Valdosta-Lowndes County is served with Class 1 rail services by both CSX and Norfolk Southern railroads.

Freight Carriers

•     Port of Savannah 167.8 miles from Valdosta

•     Port of Brunswick 121 miles from Valdosta

•     Port of Jacksonville 135 miles from Valdosta

•     In-land Port of Bainbridge 80 miles from Valdosta

 

 

Advance Manufacturing

A skilled, experienced manufacturing workforce, available buildings, a strategic location for sourcing parts and multiple options for transporting products makes Valdosta-Lowndes County a perfect location for advanced manufacturing companies.

 

Value Added Agriculture & Food Processing

Join industry leaders like South Georgia Pecan, Sunset Farms, Martin’s Famous Pastry Shoppe, Inc, and Archer Daniels Midland Company as they innovate and grow in Valdosta-Lowndes County. Our workforce is experience, our employers are thriving, and our industries have a long history of success.

 

Green Technology & Alternative Energy

Valdosta-Lowndes County is quickly building its green technology workforce and reputation. Build your business and future here.

 

Warehousing & Distribution

Valdosta-Lowndes County gives you easy access to major interstates connecting to key metros throughout the nation. This combined with access to a commercial airport; make Valdosta-Lowndes County a strategic location for warehousing and distribution. We’re located on Interstate 75 and within one day or less by truck of Atlanta, Orlando, Jacksonville, Tampa and more.

Join Lowe’s Home Center, Home Depot RDC, and Dillard’s as they supply high-quality products to companies throughout the United States and the world.

 

Build Your Business in Valdosta-Lowndes County
To learn more about how your business can thrive in Valdosta-Lowndes County, contact our team. We’re here to help you succeed!

Welcome to Valdosta-Lowndes County, we look forward to helping you. We understand the sensitivities of business and the need for confidentiality. Please contact us directly.

By Mail:
Valdosta-Lowndes County Industrial Authority
P.O. Box 1963
Valdosta, Georgia 31603-1963

By Phone:
(229) 259-9972
(877) 259-9972

By Fax:
(229) 259-9973

Ms. Andrea Schruijer

Executive Director

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Mr. Allan Ricketts

Project Manager

 

Ms. Meghan Duke

Public Relations & Marketing Manager

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Ms. Lu Williams

Operations Manager

Valdosta Selected For Home-Based Call Center

Valdosta, Georgia – St. Louis-based Express Scripts, a pharmacy benefits manager responsible for the pharmacy benefit for more than 100 million Americans, announced today that it plans to hire up to 125 home-based customer service agents in Valdosta to help manage patient requests.

“We are excited to welcome Express Scripts to the Valdosta-Lowndes County business community. Valdosta being selected speaks volumes about the quality of workforce available in our region,” said Andrea Schruijer, Executive Director Valdosta-Lowndes County Industrial Authority. “New jobs add to the city’s tax base, and boost local businesses.”

Express Scripts will host a job fair in the upcoming weeks where applicants will be interviewed. New employees will receive training, which will be facilitated at the Georgia Department of Labor Career Center, located at 221 South Ashley Street. Most of the open positions are posted on the company’s Web Site at www.express-scripts.com/careers.

Express Scripts makes the use of prescription drugs safer and more affordable. It provides pharmacy-benefit management services to thousands of clients -- the businesses, health plans, unions and government agencies that provide benefits for Americans and their families.

“This is the type of project that has zero environmental impact, represents a significant development of this community in these tough economic times. We must thank our great staff at the industrial authority and all of those that made key contributions to ensuring this project went to Lowndes County. That includes the state department of economic development, Georgia department of labor, and those who serve in city and county positions.” Roy Copeland, Chairman Valdosta-Lowndes County Industrial Authority.

The Industrial Authority has been involved in discussions with the company since November.

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Steeda Autosports Attends Go Global Seminar to Discuss International Trade Opportunities

Valdosta, Georgia – The Valdosta-Lowndes County Industrial Authority (VLCIA) with Dario Orlando President, President of Steeda Autosports attended the The Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) International Trade Team’s Global Market Insights seminar with 10 International Directors from overseas offices, including; Brazil, Canada, China, Chile, Europe, Israel, Japan, Korea, Mexico and the United Kingdom.

Georgia’s international representatives are experts in their fields and keep the state of Georgia globally competitive by helping make Georgia communities the leading location for international investment, and outstanding source for quality products and services. Existing Georgia Companies engaged in international trade or considering growth through international trade had the opportunity during the Go Global seminar to learn first-hand about strategic world markets, and the opportunity to explore export and investment opportunities.

“The state of Georgia’s Go Global presentation provided a wealth of information on the economic conditions of international markets,” said Mr. Orlando. “As well as provided the opportunity for Steeda to establish a relationship with representatives in Georgia’s International Offices in China where Steeda is currently emerging in the marketplace for auto performance parts.”

Andrea Schruijer, VLCIA Executive Director added, “This event was instrumental in our efforts to supporting our existing industries. Through the resources at the Department of Economic Development, we were able to introduce an existing industry to key partners that will assist them, increasing foreign trade here in Valdosta-Lowndes County.”

About Steeda Autosports

Steeda Autosports engineers and manufactures performance and appearance products for the Ford Mustang, Ford Fusion, Ford Focus, Ford Fiesta and Ford Edge.

About Valdosta-Lowndes County Industrial Authority

The Industrial Authority is an organization that oversees industrial and economic development in Valdosta and Lowndes County. In 1960 the Authority was formed as an amendment to the Georgia State Constitution. The mission of the Valdosta-Lowndes County Industrial Authority is to recruit new industry, support existing industry, create employment opportunities for the citizens of our region, expand and diversify the sources for public tax revenue, and stimulate private investment.

About The Georgia Department of Economic Development

The Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) plans, manages and mobilizes state resources to attract new business investment to Georgia, drive the expansion of existing industry and small business, locate new markets for Georgia products, inspire tourists to visit Georgia, and promote the state as a top destination for arts events and film, music and digital entertainment projects. Visit www.georgia.org.

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Azalea Health Awards Scholarships to Wiregrass Georgia Technical College HIT Program Students

Valdosta, GA - Azalea Health will award up to two (2) senior students of the Wiregrass Georgia Technical College’s Health Information Technology program $500 of funding to take the Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) exam.

In recognition of the Wiregrass Georgia Technical College’s (Wiregrass) Health Information Technology (HIT) program and its dedication to the advancement of the HIT industry, Azalea Health (Azalea) will award a scholarship of $500 to up to two senior students per semester who exhibit exemplary academic behavior. The scholarship funds will be put towards the fee to take the Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) exam. The RHIT exam will enable program graduates to gain national certification in the field, and increase the graduate’s marketability for employment in the healthcare information technology industry.

Azalea works closely with Wiregrass in multiple ways: Azalea’s CEO serves on Wiregrass’ Foundation South Board of Trustees, and both CFO and CEO serve as Technical Advisors for the HIT program, which received accreditation in October of 2012. Wiregrass Executive Director for Institutional Advancement & Foundation South, Dr. Penelope Schmidt, explains what Azalea’s guidance and scholarship opportunity means to the program: “Wiregrass Georgia Technical College Foundation South is grateful for this very generous scholarship offered by Azalea for HIT students. Azalea has been an outstanding partner to Wiregrass by advising our faculty on the development of the HIT curriculum, hiring our graduates, and now offering this scholarship to help students obtain their professional credential of Registered Health Information Technician. We are so appreciative for this scholarship and the ongoing partnership with Azalea.”

Azalea has hired numerous graduates of the HIT program at Wiregrass due to the high level of training students receive throughout the program. Azalea CFO, Douglas Swords, speaks about the importance of preparing the future workforce: “The HIT industry in is need of a trained and highly skilled workforce to continue to excel in today’s healthcare systems. We applaud Wiregrass for creating a local solution for our community’s medical environment and will continue to support this initiative through the Azalea Health HIT Scholarship.”

The scholarship will be available to senior students in the Spring Semester of 2013. Applicants must be a full-time student at Wiregrass and have a minimum of 3.30 GPA. To learn more information regarding the Azalea Health Scholarship, please contact the Wiregrass Georgia Technical College Foundation South.

About Azalea Health
Azalea Health is a leading provider of cloud-based electronic health records software (EHR), practice management software (PM), and revenue cycle management services (RCM). Azalea® products provide continuity that unifies both the medical and financial aspects of today’s healthcare provider. For more information on Azalea® visit www.AzaleaHealth.com or call (877) 777-7686.

About Wiregrass Technical College
The mission of Wiregrass Georgia Technical College, a SACS-COC accredited public two-year technical college and a unit of the Technical College System of Georgia, is to promote community, educational, and economic development by providing a highly trained workforce for South Central Georgia. For more information visit www.wiregrass.edu.

With multiple industrial parks, Valdosta-Lowndes County Georgia has the perfect fit for almost any industry. Each park has its own unique attributes, from rail served for plastics and manufacturing to parks situated near I-75 and just north of I-10 for distribution and service industries. Explore our primary industrial parks below or search for a property by clicking here.

1. Westside Business Park

GRAD Site

Georgia Ready for Accelerated Development

Highways
US 84: 0.4 miles
I-75: 0.7 miles (Exit 16)

Airports
Commercial/General: Valdosta Regional, 1.2 miles
Runway Length: 8,002 ft
International: Jacksonville, FL, 128 miles

Sea Port
Bunswick, GA, 124 miles East
Savannah, GA, 187 miles East

Barge Service
Bainbridge, GA 81.9 miles West

Electrical
Georgia Power

Sewer
City of Valdosta
18" Main Line

Natural Gas - Size of Line
Atlanta Gas Light Co.
6" Main Line

Available Acres: 148 acres
Total Acres: 160 acres
Largest Tract: 100 acres

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2. Miller Business Park

GRAD Site

Georgia Ready for Accelerated Development

Highways
I-75: 4.5 Miles
Direct Access: GA Hwy 94

Airports
Commercial/General: Valdosta Regional, 4 miles
Runway Length: 8,002 ft
International: Jacksonville, FL, miles

Sea Port
Brunswick, GA, 119 miles East

Barge Service
Bainbridge, GA 93.0 miles West

Water
On Site

Electrical
Colquitt EMC

Sewer
City of Valdosta

Natural Gas - Size of Line
Customer Choice
6" Main Line

Available Acres: 210 acres
Total Acres: 360 acres

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3. Bassford Business Park

GRAD Site

Georgia Ready for Accelerated Development

Highways
US 84: 1 mile
I-75: 4 miles

Airports
Commercial/General: Valdosta Regional, 1.5 miles
Runway Length: 8,002 ft
International: Jacksonville, FL, 116.2 miles

Railroads at Site
Norfolk Southern

Sea Port
Bunswick, GA, 107.9 miles East
Savannah, GA, 167.8 miles East

Barge Service
Bainbridge, GA 80.1 miles West

Water
City of Valdosta
12" Main

Electrical
Georgia Power Company

Sewer
8" Main

Natural Gas - Size of Line
Atlanta Gas Light Company
4" Main

Available Acres: 127 acres
Total Acres: 226.3 acres
Largest Tract: 127 acres

Old Statenville Rd. and Clay Rd., Valdosta 31601

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4. Lake Park Industrial Park

This park is located along Lake Park-Bellville Road, to the south of the Lake Park city limits and one mile east of the Interstate. This park has a total of 229 acres, 15 of that is available for development. Home Depot Distribution Center and Colonial Bag call this park home.

Highways
I-75: 1.5 miles West
U.S. 41: 0.5 miles North
Direct Access: Hwy 122

Airports
Commercial/General: Valdosta Regional, 9.6 miles
Runway Length: 8,002 ft
International: Jacksonville, FL, 105.4 miles

Sea Port
Brunswick, GA, 174.8 miles East

Barge Service
Bainbridge, GA 93.0 miles West

Water
12" Main

Electrical
Georgia Power Company
Colquitt EMC

Sewer
Lowndes County
8" gravity line main
Excess Capacity: 0.227 MGD

Natural Gas - Size of Line
Service not available

Available Acres: 15 acres
Total Acres: 153.51 acres
Largest Tract: 4 acres

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5. Azalea West Business Park

Some consider this to be the premier Industrial Park in the Southeast. Dillards Distribution Center and Lowe's Southeast Distribution Center have a combined employment here of approximately 1,100. This park features protective covenants, which cater to a new era in industrial growth. Professional landscaping and infrastructure improvements combined with the covenants produce a park that is pleasing to the eye.

Highways
I-75: 3.0 miles West
GA 31: 1.0 mile East
Direct Access: GA Hwy 31 & I-75

Airports
Commercial/General: Valdosta Regional, 1.5 miles
Runway Length: 8,002 ft
International: Jacksonville, FL, 116.2 miles

Sea Port
Brunswick, GA, 107.9 miles East
Savannah, GA, 167.8 miles East

Barge Service
Bainbridge, GA 80.1 miles West

Water
City of Valdosta
16" Main
Excess Capacity: 7.1 MGD

Electrical
Georgia Power Company

Sewer
City of Valdosta
13" Main

Natural Gas - Size of Line
Atlanta Gas Light Company
4" Main

Available Acres: 26.73 acres
Total Acres: 261.59 acres
Largest Tract: 24.23 acres

Old Clyatteville Rd. and Gil Harbin Industrial Boulevard, Valdosta 31601

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6. Perimeter East Industrial Park

Located near the intersection of Highway 84 and Inner Perimeter Road, this park is located in a prime location for easy access to I-75 (north-south) and Hwy 84 (east-west).

Highways
I-75: 7.0 miles Southwest
Direct Access: GA Hwy 31 & Hwy 84

Airports
Commercial/General: Valdosta Regional, 5 miles
Runway Length: 8,002 ft
International: Jacksonville, FL, 116.2 miles

Railroads at Site
Norfolk Southern, adjacent

Sea Port
Bunswick, GA, 102.2 miles East
Savannah, GA, 167.8 miles East

Barge Service
Bainbridge, GA, 80.1 miles West

Water
City of Valodsta
12" main adjacent to park
Excess Capacity: 1.7 MGD

Electrical
Georgia Power Company
Colquitt EMC

Sewer
8" main adjacent to site

Natural Gas - Size of Line
6" steel

Available Acres: 20 acres
Total Acres: 116.24 acres
Largest Tract: 20 acres

US-41 (Inner Perimeter Rd) and Hunt Rd

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7. Hahira Business Park

Located on Highway 122 off Exit 7 of Interstate 75, this 164 acre park would  be a prime location for an industry looking for direct interstate access.

Highways
I-75

Airports
Valdosta Regional Airport, 18 miles
Runway Length: 6,300 ft

Railroads at Site
Not Rail Served

Sea Port
Nearest Georgia Port: Port of Brunswick Colonel's Island Terminal, 110 miles

Water
On Site
6in Water Main

Electrical
Colquitt EMC

Sewer
On Site

Natural Gas - Size of Line
N/A

Available Acres: 12.1 acres
Total Acres: 164 acres
Largest Tract: 5 acres

Located on Highway 122 off Exit 7 of Interstate 75.

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8. Azalea City Industrial Park

This park is located along Highland Drive, and one mile east of the Interstate. This park has a total of 590 acres.

Highways
I-75: 3.0 miles West
GA 31: 1.0 mile east
Direct Access: GA Hwy 31 & I-75

Airports
International: Jacksonville, FL 116.2 miles
Commercial: Valdosta Regional Re, 1.5 miles
General Aviation: Valdosta Regional, 2.0 miles
Runway Length: 8,002 ft.
Crosswind Runways: 5,600 and 3,630 ft.

Railroads at Site
CSX Railroad
Norfolk Southern Rail
Valdosta Railway

Sea Port
Brunswick, GA, 120.2 miles East

Barge Service
Bainbridge, GA 80.1 miles West

Water
City of Valdosta
12" main
Excess Capacity: MGD

Electrical
Georgia Power Company

Sewer
Valdosta Mud Creek WPCP
18" main adjacent to site
Excess Capacity: 1.7 MGD

Natural Gas - Size of Line
6" steel line on Gil Harbin
4" line - M.E. Thompson Drive
2" line - James P. Rodgers Drive
2" line - Highland Drive
4" line - Harbin Drive

Available Acres: 26.7 acres
Total Acres: 261.6 acres
Largest Tract: 24.2 acres

Atlanta: 213.3 miles North