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Economic Development During The City Of Greer

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Economic development plays a critical role in the City of Greer. To attract new capital investments, create jobs, and revitalize the community, the City of Greer partners with the Greer Commission of Public Works, the Greater Greer Chamber of Commerce, the Partnership for Tomorrow, and private sector businesses to support the Greer Development Corporation (GDC). The mission of this public/private partnership is to promote and to enhance economic growth and development in Greer by increasing the wealth creating opportunities in the community while preserving the high quality of life of one of South Carolina’s fastest growing communities. GDC’s strategic efforts focus on recruitment and retention of commercial and industrial …show more content…

The Greenville County Redevelopment Authority (GCRA) provides the opportunity for residents of Greenville County to achieve the American Dream through affordable housing opportunities and community revitalization. Established in 1974, GCRA works to improve the living conditions of the county’s low and moderate income residents by building new homes, rehabilitating existing homes and improving the infrastructures within communities, as well as providing credit and homeownership education. By developing community partnerships and administering funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), GCRA works to build a better quality of life for everyone. First-time homeowners have the opportunity to purchase one of GCRA’s new homes, while current homeowners can repair or improve their homes through GCRA’s Rehabilitation Program. Two owner-occupied rehab projects were completed in 2016 and six others were started. Strong partnerships make it possible for GCRA to conduct beautification and public works projects such as improving streets, sidewalks, lighting, drainage, sewers, parks, and installing handicap ramps to maintain a safe and beautiful environment for all residents to enjoy. GCRA completed demolition of four properties in the City of Greer in 2016 and another two were in progress. Work continued in the Needmore Community, where one housing unit was completed on McKissick Ave. and two others were underway on Spring St.

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