Montgomery Lands HUGE Grant for Industrial Growth!

Get ready, ChumCity! Big news! The Alabama Department of Commerce just handed the Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce and the Montgomery Industrial Development Board (ID a whopping $1.27 million SEEDS grant. This means serious investment in our region's industrial future!

What's This Grant All About?

This SEEDS (Site Evaluation and Economic Development Strategy) grant is all about acquiring the 111-acre Del Sol property. Why is that important? Location, location, location!

Del Sol: The Key to Future Growth?

Located right on U.S. Highway 31, with quick access to I-65, I-85, the Montgomery Regional Airport, and the Intermodal Container Transfer Facility (ICTF), this site is prime real estate for logistics and industrial expansion.

Setting the Stage for Success

According to Ellen McNair, Secretary of the Alabama Department of Commerce, this grant is "planting the groundwork for long-term growth" and will "foster innovation, expand opportunities, and support local efforts to build a stronger, more inclusive economy."

Ready to Go!

The Del Sol property has already been vetted and is ready for development. This gives Montgomery a major advantage in attracting big industrial and distribution projects.

A Vote of Confidence

Anna Buckalew, President and CEO of the Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce, sees this investment as a "strong vote of confidence" in our regional growth strategy. She emphasized the hard work and preparation that went into making the Del Sol property development-ready.

Montgomery: Open for Business!

This SEEDS award strengthens our region's ability to compete for top-tier projects, demonstrating our commitment to being "opportunity-ready" and attracting new industries.

Part of a Bigger Plan

This SEEDS program is a key part of Governor Ivey’s economic development plan. It addresses the critical need for quality industrial sites, putting us in a strong position to compete with other states.