Weekly Message: Creating Opportunity and Improving Quality of Life by Investing in Downtowns
Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, March 18, 2016
Governor Markell highlights the success of Delaware’s Downtown Development District grant program in driving significant private investment in the state’s urban centers.
Weekly Message Transcript: Creating Opportunity and Improving Quality of Life by Investing in Downtowns
Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, March 18, 2016
We create opportunity for all Delawareans and improve quality of life when we invest in our downtowns. Individuals and businesses are increasingly attracted to work and live near urban centers, which play a crucial role in the economic and cultural life of our state. That’s why we started our Downtown Development District grant program, and it provides a variety of state and local government incentives, including grant rebates to offset the cost of residential, commercial, and industrial development in designated areas.
Governor Signs Commitment to Innovation Act
Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, March 17, 2016
Building on progress that has led to the best job creation of any state in the region, Governor Markell today signed the Commitment to Innovation Act, which includes provisions to expand the state research and development tax credit and incentivize companies to establish headquarters in Delaware. The legislation (SB 200) passed the House today by a 34-3 margin following a unanimous vote by the Senate last week.
Downtown Development District Program Will Expand
Delaware State Housing Authority | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of State Planning Coordination | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Wednesday, March 16, 2016
Building on efforts to revitalize downtown areas statewide, Governor Jack Markell announced on Wednesday that the state will accept new applications from local governments interested in being designated as Downtown Development Districts. Residential, commercial and industrial development in designated districts may qualify for a menu of local and state incentives, including grant rebates to offset the cost of private investment. Governor Markell made the announcement Wednesday morning in Wilmington at the 2016 Downtown Delaware “Revitalize!” Conference.
Weekly Message: Growing Our Economy by Improving Quality of Life and Supporting Tourism
Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, March 11, 2016
In his weekly message, Governor Markell highlights Delaware’s vibrant tourism industry as a major contributor to our economic growth.
