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Jamie Gilbert says Oconee County is "top shelf for business" as budget review continues
Summary
Jamie Gilbert, representing the county's economic development team, told the Oconee County Budget, Finance and Administration Committee on April 7 that the county's geographic setting, low unincorporated millage (214.9 mills) and a strong manufacturing workforce make it "top shelf for business," framing priorities for FY26-27 budget discussions.
Jamie Gilbert, an economic development representative, told the Oconee County Budget, Finance and Administration Committee on April 7 that the county's combination of scenic location, low unincorporated tax rate and a concentrated manufacturing workforce make it "top shelf for business" as the committee continues its fiscal year 2026-27 budget review.
Gilbert told the committee the county markets two advantages to prospective businesses: its geographic assets in the Blue Ridge Mountain area and its business climate. "Top shelf for business" means "items or people or experiences that are of the highest…
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