Communities across Alabama are sitting on untapped economic potential—and sometimes, all it takes is the right investment at the right time to bring that potential to life. In Jasper, that potential is becoming reality. In 2024, the City’s Industrial Development Board (IDB) was awarded a SEEDS site development grant to remove significant rock, expand an…
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When it comes to development projects, front-end due diligence can make all the difference. While some developers may be tempted to cut costs early on, investing a small amount of money in upfront research is almost always money well spent. This proactive approach helps uncover potential issues before they escalate, which could save time and…
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Governor Kay Ivey recently announced $23.5 million in SEEDS grants to support economic development across Alabama. These grants, part of the Site Evaluation and Economic Development Strategy (SEEDS) Program, provide funding to help communities prepare industrial sites for future business investment. By improving infrastructure, conducting site evaluations, and enhancing site readiness, the program ensures that…
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Have you heard about the Growing Alabama program? It’s a game-changer for our state, helping to drive economic development and create opportunities for businesses and communities alike. Run by the Alabama Department of Commerce and the Economic Development Partnership of Alabama (EDPA), this program promotes economic development by funding industrial site readiness, a key factor…
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In November 2022, Panasonic Energy Co. decided to shake things up in the electric vehicle (EV) industry by breaking ground on a 300-acre lithium-ion battery manufacturing facility in De Soto, Kansas. This state-of-the-art facility, nestled in the bustling Astra Enterprise Park, formerly the Sunflower Army Ammunition Plant, is set to catapult Kansas into the limelight…
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As engineers, we take great pride in making a difference in communities. Being part of the Marketplace at 17 Springs project in Millbrook, Alabama has been nothing short of exhilarating. The project not only showcases our expertise in master planning, traffic engineering, and site design, but it also reflects our commitment to providing clients with…
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Last fall, Sain shared a blog shedding light on the advantages of engaging with the Alabama Site Evaluation and Economic Development Strategy (SEEDS) Act grant program. Fast forward to late February, and we are thrilled to announce our successful collaboration with nine communities in navigating the intricacies of this program, with an impressive eight of…
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Sain Associates has been working with the City of Jasper for many years providing pavement management services. Earlier this year, Sain personnel evaluated all roadways within the City limits and prioritized paving needs into two resurfacing projects. Sain is also the CE&I (Construction Engineering and Inspection) services provider for all major resurfacing projects for the…
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This past month, I had the privilege to participate in Alabama Germany Partnership’s (AGP) 24th Annual Celebration Dinner at the Battle House in Mobile, Alabama. Many German professionals attended this event that either work in Alabama or plan to locate a new facility within our state. As a native of Germany, it always amazes me how…
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