Garden City is set to benefit from a series of promising economic developments following the recent Garden City FCEDC Board of Directors meeting held on March 26, 2025. Key discussions highlighted several new projects and initiatives aimed at boosting local employment and investment.

One of the standout proposals discussed was Project Viking, which plans to establish a 510,000 square foot facility focused on thermal forming. This project is expected to create 230 jobs and represents a significant investment of $146 million. Additionally, Highpower is looking to build a smaller 10,000 square foot facility, which will employ 50 people with a $2 million investment. Another notable project, referred to as Project Twin, aims to develop a 50,000 square foot food processing facility, likely a bakery, which will create 70 jobs and involve a $30 million investment.

The meeting also addressed ongoing efforts to enhance local infrastructure. The city commission recently approved a construction manager risk for a new police department facility and plans for a million-gallon water tower at the Jameson Energy Center. Furthermore, the city is moving forward with road resurfacing projects and improvements at the wastewater treatment plant to manage stormwater effectively.

In addition to these developments, the board discussed the importance of community engagement, particularly through initiatives like the Women and Money event, which aims to empower women in financial literacy and wealth creation. This event will be hosted in Wichita this year, following its successful launch in Kansas City last year.

The meeting concluded with a positive outlook on the city’s economic growth, emphasizing the importance of collaboration between local government, businesses, and community members. As these projects progress, Garden City is poised for significant advancements in both employment opportunities and infrastructure improvements, setting the stage for a vibrant economic future.