2023 MC CRE Forum Delivers On Insights and Networking . . . In Case You Missed It, Here’s What Was Shared
A capacity-crowd turned out on January 26, 2023 for the BDB’s 2023 Martin County Commercial Real Estate Forum at IRSC Chastain featuring state and regional speakers covering the latest insights into commercial real estate trends, international opportunities, available resources and growing business and industry. Special thanks to Cathy Chambers (FPL), James FitzGerald (Mattamy Homes), Kenneth […]
Martin County Receives $750,000 to Rehabilitate or Replace Homes of Low- to Moderate-Income Households
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On December 2022, in News Releases, by Staff TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Governor Ron DeSantis awarded more than $35 million to 48 Florida communities before the close of 2022 through Florida Small Cities Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program for economic development, commercial and neighborhood revitalization, housing rehabilitation, and infrastructure improvements. “Making investments in our small […]
Willis Custom Yachts Master and Phasing Plan and Phase 1 Final Site Plan Approved 5-0 by Martin County Board of County Commissioners
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PHQJ-1 was a request for approval of a master and phasing plan and phase 1 final site plan for Willis Custom Yachts. This proposal plans for improvements and additions to an existing marine manufacturing facility, formerly American Custom Yachts. The approximately 66.2-acre site is bisected by the St. Lucie River. The site has an existing […]
11/9 Board of Directors Meeting Cancelled Due to Tropical Storm Nicole
Next meeting will be held on Wednesday, December 14, 2022, 8:30 am, IRSC Chastain Campus – Bldg. C. For more information, call Lynn Smith, 772.221.1380.
BDB 11/2 Executive Committee Meeting Cancelled
Next meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 30, 2022, 9:00 am, IRSC Chastain Campus – Bldg. C. For more information, call Lynn Smith, 772.221.1380.
BDB Pulse Visits Reveal Healthy Rhythm of Martin County’s Economy
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Measuring the health of our local economy begins with listening to its heartbeat—small businesses. So the Business Development Board of Martin County (BDB) launched an effort to “take the pulse” of as many local businesses as possible. Two years in, the appropriately titled Pulse Visits are revealing interesting insights into Martin County’s economic vitality. “What’s […]
State of Florida’s Emergency Center Activates for Hurricane Ian
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The State of Florida’s Emergency Function 18 for Business and Industry is now activated for Hurricane Ian. While it appears Martin County and the Treasure Coast will not be in the affected area, the BDB still wants to share a few things with our businesses and leaders including: All updates for Florida businesses can be […]
2023 At-Large Board Applications Closed
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BDB Career Opportunity
The Business Development Board of Martin County is seeking a results-oriented leader to join its team. Currently we are looking for the following professional: Economic Development Coordinator – Full-Time Apply by July 22, 2022 @ 12 noon with letter of interest and resume to Joan K. Goodrich, Executive Director, joan@bdbmc.org for first round consideration. Questions? Call Joan at […]
It’s a Literal All-Hands-on-Deck Situation
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As Willis Custom Yachts plans to add 90,000 square feet of new manufacturing space (and an additional 45,000 square feet for marine services) to increase production of its signature vessels by four to five times the current output, the company is teaming with the Martin County School District and Indian River State College to develop […]