Town of Bowling Green issued the following announcement on Nov. 23
The Economic Development Authority (EDA) of the Town of Bowling Green is actively seeking a new member to serve on its board. Members do not have to be residents in the Town of Bowling Green, but are required to live in Caroline County. Business owners and professionals with a background in finance, economic development or business retention/expansion are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants will be reviewed by the EDA and recommendations for appointment will be presented to Town Council for final approval.
If you or someone you know is interested in continuing the momentum that we are currently seeing in Bowling Green's business community, we want to hear from you!
Click HERE download the application form.
HIGHLIGHTS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Facade Improvement Program; The EDA has helped multiple Main Street businesses with its Facade Improvement Grant, reimbursing business owners for 50% of the final costs of approved improvements up to $2,500.
In 2021, commercial properties in Bowling Green boast approximately 80% occupancy.
The EDA offset hardships resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic by successfully distributing grant funding to 25 of its small businesses through the CARES Act.
The EDA expended CARES Act funds and installed HVAC filtration systems in approximately 70% of small businesses to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 and to increase foot traffic to merchants in town by offering a sense of comfort for patrons.
Collaboration with the Virginia Film Office to secure Bowling Green's spot on the VFO Preferred Location list. Check out the story of Richard and Mildred Loving on Netflix ("Loving") and Hulu's latest blockbuster series "Dopesick".
Contact Jo-Elsa Jordan, Director of Comm-unity Engagement & Economic Development; edacoordinator@townofbowlinggreen.com; 804-516-5045
Supporting Documents
EDA Board Member Application (215 KB)
Original source can be found here.
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