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Posted: June 1, 2009: 3:02 pm
Killebrew, Inc. has been named Contractor of the Year by the Florida Chapter of the American Public Works Association. The company was nominated by Michael Crumpton who noted that “Killebrew, Inc. performed exceptionally on several fronts completing projects ahead of schedule and an average of 10% under budget.” He further noted, “the company produces work of outstanding quality and is available for emergency needs 24/7.
Company CEO, Sam Killebrew said of the award, “It is our staff that makes our business great. You are only as good as the people you have working for you and this award is for them.” The Killebrew team is pictured below.
The company is a one-stop design/permit/build contractor handling everything from pipe lines to pump stations and pipe bursting projects.
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Posted: May 14, 2009: 12:36 pm
The recent Sun n’ Fun Air Show generated additional traffic for many neighboring airports. Winter Haven was no exception with a variety of air craft circling the recently competed municipal air terminal. The City worked with the Central Florida Visitor and Conventions Bureau to provide the air visitors information on area attractions, restaurants and hospitality options.
Winter Haven joins Lakeland and Bartow in offering modern new facilities. More recently the impressive Citation X aircraft below paid a visit. The air terminal features Richard’s Fine Coffees and sandwches.
The new facility is conveniently located adjacent to US 92 for maximum exposure. The new footprint for the airport positions the City for development of an air-related business park along the US 92 frontage.
Among the groups recently visiting the air terminal were the Board of Directors of the Greater Winter Haven Chamber of Commerce and the second class of Leadership Polk, a county-wide leadership and learning program.
The City of Winter Haven is among the many municipalities in Polk County who are moving ahead with improvement projects such as the new air terminal, Fire Station #1 and Lake Maude Park providing jobs and improvements in a tough economy. Haines City is moving to complete the massive Lake Eva Park project, Polk City has new city administrative offices, Polk Community has opened the J.D. Alexander satellite campus in Lake Wales and Auburndale has partnered with the County and Central Florida Development Council in development of the Lake Myrtle Sports Complex just to name a few.
As the economy begins to improve, these infrastructure improvements will serve as further catalysts for growth.
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Posted: May 12, 2009: 3:54 pm
TransDevelopment Group and Kearney Construction, the design-build general contract team for the planned intermodal and automotive rail terminal facility in Winter Haven, will postpone their May 20 2009 job fair. The event was scheduled to provide information to the local labor pool and to identify qualified Polk County suppliers and subcontractors interested in work related to the construction of the rail terminal facility.
Immediate construction of the rail terminal facility was needed to accommodate the development of SunRail, Central Florida’s commuter rail system. The Florida Legislature, however, failed to approve SunRail. As a result, the intermodal and automotive rail terminal facility will now be developed on a more deliberate timeline consistent with business demand.
TransDevelopment and Kearney Construction will reschedule the job fair and announce the date and location of the event in the future.
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Posted: May 7, 2009: 4:38 pm
Haines City’s Cromer International Press has announced that Winter Haven’s Wilson Printing is now a part of their family of companies. Cromer President Mark Peebles notes that printing and customer service for Wilson clients will now be done in Haines City. Peebles also noted that Carl and Joni Wilson will remain associated on a consulting basis.
Cromer International is a member of the Greater Winter Haven Chamber and a full service printing company that has operated since 1971.
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Posted: : 1:05 pm
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Summer Job Links
By participating in this program, you will be paired up with summer employees at no cost to you!! You write the job descriptions. Polk Works creates the links! Polk
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Prerequisites:
- Non-profit or government agency
- For-profit employers in healthcare, green or emerging jobs, science, technology, engineering, or math jobs
- Employers must be located in Polk County
It’s a win, win situation-Polk Works will create the links between employee and employer and even write the checks. Each of the 300 Polk Works-paid interns (ages 16-24) selected will earn $8/hour and will work up to 30 hours per week for six weeks. That means, each intern could earn up to $1,440 this summer at no cost to you. Plus, this income will help stimulate Polk County’s economy. Together, we create links that work. Important dates …
Friday, May 29: Application Deadline
Friday, June 12: Polk Works Summer Job Links
Mandatory Supervisor Orientation
Monday, June 15: Summer JobLinks Begin!
August 2009: Summer Job Links End!
Go to www.polkworks.org to apply today!
It’s fast, easy and just a few clicks away from new summer employees.
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Posted: May 1, 2009: 2:21 pm
Cypress Gardens is raising the roof (literally) as they move what was the cover for a park train station to a new location covering the admission kiosks.
Among the ambitious plans that Park Administrator Bill Sims and Marketing Director Bob Morgan have underway is a year-round weekend festival in the Southern Crossroads area. This area will be separated from the Botanical Gardens by a gate and for many weekend activities will feature no admission charge. Weekend concepts under discussion include Oktoberfest; Soap Opera Fan Fest; Folk Festival; Petapalooza and Pumpkin Pickin’ — just to name a few.
Business Opportunities:
The weekend events in the Southern Crossroads (more recently known as Jubilee Junction) area will be scheduled for a Friday, Saturday and Sunday run. The Gardens is looking for established local restaurants, arts and crafts persons, retailers and more to use the facilities within the Southern Crossroads shops and eateries to market during these special weekends. This could be a great way to expand your market with minimal investment during a tough economy.
Memorial Day weekend will be the first such opportunity. If you are interested in more information, contact Bob Morgan at 863.324.2111 orbmorgan@cypressgardens.com.
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Posted: February 25, 2009: 3:27 pm
We have received a number of inquiries regarding subcontracting and vendor opportunities related to the Evansville Western/CSX project.
The Chamber has learned that the design-build team for the Winter Haven inter modal rail terminal, TransDevelopment Group of Atlanta and Kearney Construction of Tampa, will host a “job fair” for potential subcontractors and vendors on May 20, 2009. The exact location of the job fair will be announced at a later date (and will be posted here as well).
A more formal announcement will be forthcoming, but in the meantime any Chamber members that may be interested in bidding for work related to the Winter Haven ILC should save the May 20th date.
Photograph upper left: BNSF Rail Terminal, Alliance Gateway, Dallas/Ft.Worth, Texas
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Posted: February 18, 2009: 12:19 pm
Lakeland-base Marcobay Construction is developing and constructing a 200,000 sq. ft. $10 million distribution warehouse on Avenue G, NW at 42nd Street west of Westwood Middle School. The tenant will be announced at a later date. Financing has been provided by a Polk County lender.
Google Earth TM
This particular parcel across from Carpenter Contractors is possibly the largest undeveloped tract left in the Inwood area. This development is a welcome contrast to current economic news and trends. We will update this post as more information becomes available.
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Posted: December 31, 2008: 11:40 am
As 2008 comes to an end we offer our list of ten significant Winter Haven developments from the past twelve months. While the economy has slowed, there is still much positive local activity. A great many developments hold promise for the future. Here’s our selection – each is linked to the original blog post. What would you add?
10. DCA approval of the CSX intermodal rail facility
9. Winter Haven Hospital completes $40 million addition.
8. PCC one of nine community colleges to offer four-year degrees
7. Ledger New York Times buys News Chief
6. Winter Haven opens new airport terminal
5. City plans for Chain of Lakes property
4. Winter Haven Hospital attains Magnet status
3. Six Ten Corporation/T3 Communications “Inland Fiber and Data Technology Park” downtown
2. Winter Haven Parks Grow by 250 acres since 2000
1. Cypress Gardens closes … to reopen in March 2009
What would you add to this list?
The Chamber extends our best wishes for a bright and prosperous 2009. And remember … buy from local merchants, the job you save may be your own!
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Posted: December 9, 2008: 3:45 pm
With picture-perfect weather and several plane take-offs for atmosphere, Winter Haven dedicated its new state-of-the-art municipal airport terminal today — December 9, 2008. The 13,500 square foot facility includes a beautiful Richard’s Fine Coffees Deli and Cafe, two conference rooms, pilot lounge and other amenities. The terminal is designed to meet the city’s airport needs for the next 20 years.
Following a ribbon cutting ceremony that involved an actual propeller (without the plane) guests were toured through the facility. Among the goals the city has for the new improved facilities is taking advantage of airport-related economic development opportunities.
Mayor Yvonne Brooks expressed the city’s pride in the upgraded terminal and flightline. You’re invited to visit the cafe and see first hand the handsome new building. The restaurant also features an outdoor seating area so bring the family and take a close look at the future.
Pictured below: Guests assemble for the dedication ceremonies. Further below a scene from the entrance foyer. The facility is a beautiful addition to our City assets. The dedication attracted representatives from nearby communities as well as County Commissioners and state officials.
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