HOT HEADLINE
2009 Economic Abstracts are now available!
The Edmond Economic Development Authority recently released the 2009 Edmond Economic Abstract, sponsored by MidFirst Bank. The full color, 14-page publication contains demographic information and reports on Edmond’s residential and commercial real estate markets, hotel market and public and higher education information. Order a bundle of 2009 Abstracts today and use them in your recruitment efforts throughout the year. To request a single copy or to order a bundle of Abstracts, contact the EEDA at 340-0116 or info@eeda.com
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BUSINESS BEAT
Edmond Business Barometer – the pulse of the local economy
March 2009 Business Barometer
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Fifth Street sees continued growth
Commercial property and business owner Mark Neighbors recently opened a new building on Fifth Street and continues construction on another. Neighbors says both buildings are fully leased. Courtesy of The Edmond Sun, April 25, 2009.
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REAL ESTATE UPDATE
April Building Permits
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April Commercial Real Estate Transactions
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CITY SPOT
Broadway adds traffic light
As one of the final steps of the Memorial Road/Broadway Extension interchange project, the Oklahoma Department of Transportation will add a four-way traffic signal at Comfort Drive. With more than 60,000 cars using the Broadway Extension each day, the traffic signal is needed because of the change in traffic flow patterns. Courtesy of The Edmond Sun, April 16, 2009.
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Edmond Electric receives top ranking
The U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory ranked Edmond Electric first in a category that measures percentage of total retail electricity sales that come from renewable sources. Additionally, Edmond Electric finished second in a pricing category that measures how much customers who choose to participate in a renewable energy program must pay for electricity relative to other customers. Courtesy of The Oklahoman, April 17, 2009.
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Broadway ramps open
Drivers now have improved southbound access to the Broadway Extension with the opening of two new ramps. One ramp is from Kelly Ave. to Broadway southbound and the other is a loop ramp from Memorial to southbound Broadway Extension. Courtesy of The Edmond Sun, April 17, 2009.
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HOPE Center celebrates 25 years
The HOPE Center of Edmond recently celebrated 25 years of meeting emergency needs for food, clothing and other forms of assistance. The center provided assistance for more than 18,000 people in 2008. Courtesy of The Edmond Sun, April 25, 2009.
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Coffee Creek plans remodel
Preliminary remodeling plans are mostly ready for Coffee Creek Golf Club. Once approved by the City Council, renovations are tentatively planned to start in 2010. Courtesy of The Oklahoman, April 22, 2009.
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WHO’S WHO
Dr. Kay Martin receives leadership award
Francis Tuttle Technology Center CEO/Superintendent Dr. Kay Martin received the AdvancED Innovation Award for leadership in creating and promoting innovative opportunities for the education community. Courtesy of The Edmond Sun, April 29, 2009.
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ON CAMPUS
Edmond Public Schools safety upgrades begin
Chosen as a test site, Clegern Elementary is the first school in the Edmond Public School District to receive safety upgrades including thirty-two motion-activated cameras. Safety upgrades will soon take place at the high schools. Courtesy of The Edmond Sun, April 29, 2009.
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STATE NEWS
Oklahoma receives biomedical research grant
The National Institute of Health awarded Oklahoma a grant of $18 million over five years for biomedical research. Scientists from across the state will research cancer, microbiology and developmental biology. Courtesy of The Journal Record, April 27, 2009.
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RETAIL DETAILS
Edmond Retail Sales Tax Report - Sales Tax information from eight major retail SIC codes.
March 2009 Retail Sales Tax Report
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New restaurant opens in Edmond
Which Wich, a specialty sandwich shop, recently opened a new Edmond location in the newly renovated Alta Mesa Shopping Center at 309 S. Bryant Ave. Courtesy of OKCBusiness, April 21, 2009.
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Pita Pit opens Edmond location
Two Edmond North graduates, Ben Stacy and Mo Mirambeigui, recently opened the Pita Pit at 128 E. Fifth St. The restaurant will bring 33 new part-time and full-time jobs to Edmond. Courtesy of The Edmond Sun, April 16, 2009.
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DOWNTOWN DISPATCH
Arts Festival celebrates 30 years
With several new experiences this year, the Downtown Edmond Arts Festival celebrates 30 years. Last year, the festival received a record-breaking attendance of approximately 75,000 people. Courtesy of The Edmond Sun, April 29, 2009.
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HOTEL HIGHLIGHT
Hotel Market Report – March 2009
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EMPLOYMENT RESOURCES
Featured Job
Facility Maintenance Technician I – Work involves application of specialized skills and knowledge such as carpentry, framing, plumbing, electrical work, painting/finishing, and equipment/machinery repair and service, necessary for the maintenance, upkeep and installation of interior and exterior facilities and buildings.
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Job Seekers - Click here to submit your resume or to view available job opportunities in the Edmond area.
Featured Resume
Gene Naukam – Experience in sales/sales management, operations and personnel staffing and full P & L responsibility and cost control in staffing, transportation and non-profit organization
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STOCK TICKER
Edmond area investment opportunities
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E-journal Sponsorship Opportunity
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Edmond Economic Development Authority
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