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Local business‑development nonprofit seeks $11,909 county contribution
Summary
NEK Enterprise Facilitation and Glacial Hills reported 339 regional clients since 2003, claimed 73 new/expanded/retained businesses and 269 jobs created or retained, and asked Jackson County for $11,909 toward program support; commissioners took no action at the meeting.
Teresa McAnerney of NEK Enterprise Facilitation and Lynn Goodman of Glacial Hills presented the nonprofit’s annual report and funding request. McAnerney described NEK as a free, confidential business coaching organization operating since 2003; the presenters reported 339 clients in the region, 73 businesses new or retained, and 269 jobs created or retained, with 13 current clients in Jackson County.
The presenters requested Jackson County contribute $11,909.00 toward the program; commissioners discussed fee options and noted contributing counties apportion support by population. No funding decision was made at the July 13 meeting.
