Economic development and site readiness
Summary
E-REP's report celebrated TaylorMade's $60 million expansion that saved 150 local jobs, but the county lost out on 11 of 13 business attraction searches because it lacks ready sites and large modern buildings. Commissioners floated restarting a shell-building program at the industrial park.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jun 3, 2026.
Impact analysis
TaylorMade's expansion is a $60 million investment retaining 150 jobs; the RDA distributed $1.2 million in READI funds in the quarter.
Workers and local contractors benefit from retained jobs and future construction work.
The community loses potential jobs and investment when site searches fail for lack of ready buildings.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Vanderburgh County Council Meeting - Jun 3, 2026
E-REP's report showed big wins like Taylor Made's $60M expansion but only 5 of 46 business prospects found suitable county sites. Councilmembers pushed for spec buildings and aggressive site development to compete with Henderson and Kentucky along I-69.
Board of County Commissioners & Drainage Board - May 12, 2026
E-REP's report celebrated TaylorMade's $60 million expansion that saved 150 local jobs, but the county lost out on 11 of 13 business attraction searches because it lacks ready sites and large modern buildings. Commissioners floated restarting a shell-building program at the industrial park.
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