This episode of Thrive Lansing, Kansas features an interview with Lisa Haack, the Executive Director of the Leavenworth County Development Corporation (LCDC). The hosts of the podcast are Ken Miller, the Public Information Officer for the City of Lansing, and Joshua Gentzler, the Community and Economic Development Director for the City of Lansing. We bring Lisa on to the podcast to discuss economic development in Leavenworth County, the role of LCDC, and how it collaborates with local communities like Lansing. As the Executive Director of LCDC, she provides insights into how the organization facilitates job creation and capital investment in the region.
Here's what you can expect to learn in this episode:
• LCDC's role in fostering economic growth in Leavenworth County, specifically how it focuses on industrial development and the creation and retention of jobs.
• The importance of industrial parks and how the Leavenworth County Port Authority develops them to attract businesses, including the work done to prepare land for development such as adding utilities and grading.
• The process of economic development projects and how they come together, including the collaboration between different Cities and organizations and how timelines can vary significantly.
• The challenges and opportunities for the City of Lansing in attracting industrial development, including the need for industrial zoned land, infrastructure, and a business-friendly approach.
• Funding mechanisms used by economic development organizations like LCDC and Leavenworth County Port Authority, and the challenges they face including the potential for a mill levy as a funding source and their upcoming survey that will ask Leavenworth County residents about their desire to support economic development.
• The potential economic impact of the Panasonic plant in DeSoto and its potential implications for the region, including Leavenworth County,
Contact Information
Lisa Haak - Leavenworth County Development Corporation (LCDC)
◦Website: lvcountyed.org
◦Phone Number: (913) 727-6111
City of Lansing Podcast Email: podcast@lansingks.org
City of Lansing Website
Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast reflects the views of the speakers and is based on data available at the time of recording. While we strive for accuracy, we encourage listeners to verify details independently for any critical decisions.
All music used with permission from Kris Bennetts.
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