Barstow companies can request special equitable community revitalization subsidies through the city if they plan development and need soil tests for environmental purposes.
City officials have announced that with Barstow Barstow Barstow's international Barstow International Barstow Barstow, which should increase the regional supply chain, “the potential exists so that businesses are prospering more permanently.
To support the transition, Environmental protection agency Brownfields subsidies were awarded to the city in order to use them to promote development and for the improvement of land within the city limits.
The money will be used to test the old property of the golf course as well as the vacant hospital site and the business parks sites, city officials said. The remaining funds are intended to be used for local landowners, specifically to carry out phase I and phase II environmental tests.
Thanks to environmental test and correction efforts, landowners can:
- Unlock the property potential: The identification and the fight against environmental concerns can help companies move forward with expansion, redevelopment or new construction projects.
- Increase the value of the property and marketing: The properties that meet modern environmental standards are more attractive to buyers, investors and tenants.
- Support long -term sustainability: By taking proactive measures now, companies can position themselves to succeed in a rapidly growing and evolution market.
- Access expert advice and resources: The city of Barstow, as well as strategic economic development partners, will help companies navigate the grant process and take advantage of the resources for redevelopment.
The initiative is part of the city’s commitment to ensure that the local community benefits from future changes while maintaining high environmental standards.
“Our commitment to the community, businesses and the environment of Barstow is one of our highest priorities,” said Barstow City director Rochelle Clayton. “By offering these subsidies, we develop the economy in a way that is beneficial for many and helps to facilitate the process of growth and development for those who move in our market.”
Genesis CRANK, specialist in economic development of the city of Barsow, noted that the vision of the city was to improve the quality of life of residents, to create significant employment opportunities and to position the city for sustainable growth. To achieve this, the city staff prioritize the redevelopment of key areas, with a particular accent on the corridor / Main Street of Barstow Downtown.
“These efforts will breathe a new life with underused properties, will promote the growth of businesses and the creation of spaces that support the needs of our community,” said Crank. “As ownership of ownership or business, your participation is essential to this vision.
CRANK added: “The program offers resources to assess and resolve environmental challenges, pave the way for companies, to a higher property value and to a stronger local economy. For absent owners, it is now time to reconnect with the brilliant future of Barstow.
To find out if a company is eligible for earth or soil tests through ECRG grants, individuals can fulfill the survey to Barstowbig.com/brownfieldsurveyOr contact Genesis Crank at gcrank@barstowca.org or 760-255-5152.
For more information, visit Barstowca.org.
