Text Box: Partnering with the Empire Zone has afforded Stanley Steemer a number of growth opportunities including the expansion of commercial space, an increase in employee base and, most notably, an increase in service offerings for the Western New York region. The recent expansion of commercial office and warehouse space has enabled Stanley Steemer to acquire 3 new vehicles and hire approximately 7 new associates, bringing operation totals to 12 vehicles and 29 associates, with revenues over $1.2 million. Additionally, Stanley Steemer has been able to expand on their reputation for providing professional carpet and upholstery cleaning services from their Text Box: signature yellow vans to include a number of new services for both their residential and commercial customers including: 24-Hr Emergency Water Extraction/Restoration service Fire/Water Damage Restoration Air Duct Cleaning Tile & Grout Cleaning Hard Surface Cleaning Strip/Wax Service Drapery Cleaning The decision to invest in these services was based strongly upon the benefits provided by the Empire Zone. The combination of tax credits, employee procurement assistance and sales tax exemptions to name a Text Box: few, has been instrumental in the investments made by Stanley Steemer. According to Stanley Steemer WNY President Dale See, “we have recognized the outstanding potential of the Western New York region and are committed to participating in the growth and development of the community”. See added that “overall, Stanley Steemer has built its reputation on a commitment to quality and an adherence to four basic principles; Accuracy, Availability, Advice and Partnership. In Western New York we are continuing that tradition and our partnership with the Empire Zone and the community has resulted in our ability to experience continued growth and success”. Text Box: Message From the Empire Zone Administrative Board Chairman Text Box: The introduction of an Empire Zone to the Town of Tonawanda has created an exciting opportunity for the area. While we have begun to capitalize on that opportunity, there is still work to be done. As a Board, we are working to ensure that our Zone designation improves the ability of business to invest and thrive in the area and also enhances the quality of life for the residents of the Zone—namely residents of the Sheridan Parkside Village Text Box: Courts. In this issue you will read about some of those efforts including : The first annual Tonawanda Works job fair Expanded employer services in Sheridan Parkside Helpful hints for Zone Businesses There is plenty of excitement to come, so please stay tuned as the Empire Zone Administrative Board does its part to maintain Text Box: Tonawanda’s reputation as “A Good Place to Live, Work and Play.” Text Box: Your Information Source for the Tonawanda Empire Zone Text Box: Inside this issue: Text Box: Zone Benefits and Community Partnership Result in MORE for: Text Box: An example of the Air Duct Cleaning Vans

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“A Good Place to Live, Work and Play”

Business Feature

 

  Stanley Steemer

  

Message from Chairman

  

Zone Workforce

 

   Spring Job Fair

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  Employment Services

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Business Development

 

  Featured Board Member

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  Certified Companies

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  Benefits Summary

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  Certification Tips

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Zone Administration

 

  Schedule of Events

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  Resources

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