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58 Inc urges Columbiana to join Innovate Alabama network, explains tax‑abatement tools
Summary
Amy St, president and CEO of 58 Inc, described Innovate Alabama network grants, examples of eligible outdoor/recreation projects, and clarified that state tax abatements generally apply to export‑oriented industry (not retail). She asked the council to consider a small FY26 contribution to 58 Inc to support local business recruitment and marketing.
At the March 4 council meeting, Amy St, president and CEO of 58 Inc (Shelby County’s economic development corporation), described countywide economic development services and outlined opportunities for Columbiana to participate in the Innovate Alabama network and related grant programs.
St explained Innovate Alabama grants can support small outdoor‑recreation or placemaking projects — examples include gateway or directional signage,…
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