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RMA Reveals Behind-the-Scenes Strategies that Helped Secure Amazon Deal for City of Deltona
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Jan. 6, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- RMA has revealed the international deal-making that was required to secure an Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) distribution center as the anchor for the new Portland Industrial Park in Deltona, Florida. RMA's economic development and real estate project management team brokered the deal between DOT Properties headquartered in Australia; Seefried Industrial Properties, the developer for Amazon; and the City.
NotaryCam Approved to Provide eNotary, RON Services for Michigan State’s Notaries
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- NotaryCam the pioneering leader in online notarization and original provider of mortgage eClosing solutions, today announced that it has been approved by the Michigan Department of State to provide both eNotary and remote online notarization (RON) services to the more than 113,000 notaries public registered in the state.
United States Air Force Partners with UniverseIT and Classe365
SUGARLAND, Texas, Dec. 3, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- UniverseIT is excited to announce a new partnership with the United States Air Force (USAF) which encompasses serving three training schools - the Air Ground Operations School (AGOS); Weapons School (USAFWS); and Advanced Maintenance and Munitions Operations School (AMMOS).
Osceola City Council Green Lights Contractor Bidding On New Wastewater Plant
OSCEOLA, Iowa, Nov. 19, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Osceola City Council has approved a schedule for taking bids on construction of the updated wastewater treatment facility. A recent pre-bid meeting brought in a handful of interest, but with design and budgeting finalized, the City is now able to open the call for bids to contractors interested in undertaking the project.
CyberIntellipedia Launches: Treadstone 71 Announces Comprehensive Knowledgebase for Cyber Intelligence
HALF MOON BAY, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Treadstone 71, the highly focused and standards-driven cyber and threat intelligence tradecraft company, today announced the beta release of CyberIntellipedia. The extremely detailed, expansive wiki includes knowledge gained over years of cyber and threat intelligence program builds, targeted adversary research, and intelligence community-driven cyber intelligence training courses.
RMA Hired by Town of Fort Myers Beach
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Nov. 15, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Town of Fort Myers Beach has hired the firm RMA to create its new branding and marketing campaign. RMA's award-winning team of economic development and marketing experts will analyze the town's current brand and develop a comprehensive strategy to capitalize on the community's authentic assets and distinctive culture.
Haibu partners with the US Dept. of State’s Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs on ‘Zoohackathon’
HOLLYWOOD, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Haibu is an award-winning series of books, films, cartoons and video games that promotes wildlife conservation around the world. Haibu has partnered with the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs (OES) on Zoohackathon, a global competition to develop new and innovative technology tools to fight wildlife trafficking.
Avondale Estates Mayoral Candidate Clai Brown Refutes Disinformation, Invites More Community Dialog
AVONDALE ESTATES, Ga., Oct. 23, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 2019 Candidate for Mayor and former City Manager Clai Brown has issued the following statement to ensure Avondale Estates citizens have access to facts on matters that may determine their November 5 election-day decisions about the future of their unique city and community.
Keep Our Seniors Safe Act Signed by Gov. Newsom – safe gun storage requirements for firearms retained by residential care facilities...
SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Consumer Advocates for RCFE Reform (CARR) announces that California Governor Newsom signed the Keep Our Seniors Safe Act, a part of SB 172 (Portantino) which was signed into law on 12 October, 2019.
Five Tips to Turn Tourists into Investors – Economic Development and Marketing Experts Develop ‘Investment Tourism’ Strategy
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Oct. 16, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- What if your city could implement a strategy that would transform tourists into long-term investors? That is the concept behind "Investment Tourism," a comprehensive Economic Development and Marketing platform developed by the award-winning principals of RMA and CJF Marketing International.
Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs, Inc. Partners with SCI Mercer to Train Service Dogs for Veterans
PITTSBURGH, Pa., Oct. 4, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- It is with great pleasure that Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs announces its latest partnership, with the Pennsylvania State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Mercer. As part of our new partnership, incarcerated veterans will train some of our future service dogs, beginning at approximately 5 months of age, all while earning college credit.
Real Change: Expanding Congress to Include a Citizens Assembly
WASHINGTON D.C., Sept. 18, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- An Assembly of 600 citizen-delegates is being established by NewUnity.Org and it is expected to eventually become a third-chamber of Congress via constitutional amendment, creating a tri-cameral legislature. The first session of the Assembly is scheduled to start in early 2020. Any U.S. citizen over the age of 18 can be a delegate to the Assembly, provided they satisfy some eligibility requirements.
Air Force Pilot and Trump National Security Council Advisor August Pfluger Announces Campaign for TX-11
SAN ANGELO, Texas, Sept. 12, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today, August Pfluger (R-San Angelo) announced his campaign to represent Texas' 11th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives. For nearly 20 years, Pfluger has served his country as an elite F-22 fighter pilot, a decorated Air Force officer, and most recently, as a key national security advisor to President Trump.
GMAR and Michigan State Police Trooper School Come Together to Sponsor Medical Service Dog
LANSING, Mich., Aug. 23, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs announced that in February 2019, Sgt. McRae of the Michigan State Police Trooper Recruit School set a goal: to honor Michigan State Trooper Craig A. Scott; a military veteran who was killed in the line of duty after 7 years on the force in 1982.
Arizona Department of Housing Congratulates the Recipients of the 2019 Brian Mickelsen Housing Hero Awards
PHOENIX, Ariz., Aug. 21, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Arizona Department of Housing presented the 2019 Brian Mickelsen Housing Hero Awards at a recognition ceremony in Scottsdale on August 21. The ceremony was held in conjunction with the 16th Annual Arizona Housing Forum; the premier industry event for housing and community development professionals in the state.
The Pompano Beach CRA Announces a Request for Co-Working Space Applications
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Aug. 2, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Pompano Beach CRA has announced a request for applications from entrepreneurs interested in becoming members of "GROW," a co-working space, managed by the nationally acclaimed team, Digital Grass Innovation and Technology. This innovation hub will provide a myriad of support systems to local business owners looking to accelerate their success via three membership levels.
Florida Distillers Go to Capitol Hill to Urge Support for Spirits Tax Cut Bill
ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla., July 31, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The St. Augustine Distillery joined two Florida distillers along with more than 150 craft distillers from around the country who gathered in Washington, D.C. from July 22 through July 24 for the distilled spirits industry's 10th Annual Public Policy Conference, co-hosted by the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States and the American Craft Spirits Association (ACSA).
RMA Offers Premier Consultations to City Leaders: Authors of ‘Reinventing Your City’ Celebrate National Book Lovers Day
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., July 31, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- RMA is offering complimentary 15-minute consultations to city and county leaders who purchase 25 or more copies of the book, "Reinventing Your City: Eight Steps to Turn Your City Around" (ISBN: 978-0986086007). The offer commences on August 9, National Book Lovers Day, and runs until August 31, 2019.
JaffaCares Safety Sunday @ Spring Creek Towers Aims to Break Social Barriers and Provide Invaluable Safety Content
BROOKLYN, N.Y., July 29, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Jack Jaffa & Associates is partnering with Spring Creek Towers Department of Public Safety, the NYPD's 75th precinct, the FDNY Fire Prevention Bureau and prominent elected officials to bring safety awareness to the 15,000 residents of Starrett City on Sunday, August 4, 2019
XG Communities to provide small cell program solutions for the City of Federal Way, Washington
FEDERAL WAY, Wash., July 15, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- XG Communities LLC, a premier provider of wireless and engineering services for carriers and municipalities across the United States, announce their agreement to provide small cell program solutions for the City of Federal Way, Washington.
State Allocation Revives the Massachusetts Center for Employee Ownership
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., July 9, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Following a meeting with state officials at the Massachusetts Office of Business Development (MOBD), the Massachusetts Center for Employee Ownership (MassCEO) is pleased to announce it has secured $50,000 in state funding for its annual operating budget.
Major South Florida Development Prospect Located in Opportunity Zone – Pompano Beach Looks Nationwide for Master Developer
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., June 24, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The City of Pompano Beach and its redevelopment agency have over 30 acres of land located in an Opportunity Zone out to bid seeking a Master Developer for an Innovation District in the downtown. The land is one of the last undeveloped areas in South Florida bordering the I-95 corridor with direct beach access. Deadline to submit a Letter of Interest is July 10, 2019.
Pompano Beach Seeks Master Developer for Downtown and Innovation District
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., June 11, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The City of Pompano Beach and Pompano Beach CRA have issued a Request for Letters of Interest (RLI) for a Master Developer for the City's Downtown and Innovation District. The South Florida municipality has undergone a tremendous transformation during the past few years, and the creation of a dense urban downtown is the next redevelopment goal.
Energy Jobs Will Be Easier to Find for Virginians After Enactment of HB2008/SB1348
RICHMOND, Va., May 16, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Energy sector jobs will be easier to find following Governor Northam's approval of HB2008 / SB1348 earlier this year. The legislation creates a 17th Energy Career Cluster in the state's education system, says the Virginia Energy Workforce Consortium. An Energy Career Cluster will introduce students to career opportunities in energy and focus their education on the jobs needed to meet the industry's growing workforce needs.
RMA and CJF Marketing International Introduce ‘Investment Tourism’ Platform
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., May 8, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- To celebrate Travel & Tourism Week and Economic Development Week coinciding in 2019, the principals of RMA and CJF Marketing International are introducing their new platform, "Investment Tourism."
Governor Matt Bevin Signs Proclamation Declaring May Lyme Disease Awareness Month in Kentucky
FRANKFORT, Ky., May 2, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Governor of Kentucky, Matt Bevin, officially declared May 2019 as Lyme Disease awareness month all across the state. Patient advocate Christina Kovacs lead the charge to raise awareness for the disease after battling late stage Lyme disease herself. Kovacs worked with Bevin and his office to draft an official statewide Proclamation which was signed into effect this year.
100in1 Day: Gloversville set to be the first in the United States
GLOVERSVILLE, N.Y., April 29, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 2019 is a pivotal year in the revitalization of Downtown Gloversville. To that end, the Gloversville Downtown Development Specialist office, Fulton County Center for Regional Growth, and residents of Gloversville are embarking on a single day of community action called 100in1 Day: Gloversville to be held on Saturday, May 4, 2019. Gloversville will be the first city in the United States to host a 100in1 Day event.
Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs Awarded Grant from Disabled Veterans National Foundation (DVNF)
WILLISTON, Fla., April 23, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs is proud to announce that on April 17, 2019, the Disabled Veterans National Foundation (DVNF) announced a grant award in the amount of $25,000 to our organization.
New Bill Targets Employer-Sponsored Retirement Plans
ATLANTA, Ga., April 18, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Independent, full-service employee benefits consulting firm Strategic Benefits Advisors (SBA) issued a statement today informing employers that bipartisan legislation currently pending could significantly revise the rules for employer-sponsored retirement plans.
The City of Greenacres Accepts RMA’s Vision and Strategic Plan
GREENACRES, Fla., April 16, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The City of Greenacres recently accepted a vision and strategic action plan created by the award-winning redevelopment firm, RMA. The city, located in the heart of Palm Beach County, has already begun prioritizing key elements of the plan for implementation to realize the vision and strategic goals.
SUDC Foundation Applauds Reintroduction of Federal Bill to Address Unexpected Child, Infant Deaths
ROSELAND, N.J., April 12, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The SUDC Foundation is pleased to support Scarlett's Sunshine on Sudden Unexpected Death Act, legislation reintroduced by U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA), Johnny Isakson (R-GA), Sherrod Brown (D-OH), Doug Jones (D-AL) and U.S. Representatives Gwen Moore (WI-04), Tom Cole (OK-04) and Jaime Herrera Beutler (WA-03) to combat sudden, unexpected infant and child deaths.
Free Land Incentives Hope to Spur on Spring New Home Construction
OSCEOLA, Iowa, March 26, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Spring is finally here and with it comes the start of the building season. As part of an ongoing housing development initiative, Clarke County Development Corporation (CCDC) has been working with the city of Osceola to offer home builders and developers shovel-ready sites at no cost for residential projects.
New Wellness Council Partnership Aims to Combat Indiana Obesity Rates
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind., Feb. 4, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On Target Health announces a new partnership with the Wellness Council of Indiana (WCI), a subsidiary of the Indiana Chamber of Commerce, which aims to create a healthier Indiana through employer-sponsored weight management programs that target obesity.
CCDC Celebrates 50 Years of Community Commitment and Success
OSCEOLA, Iowa, Jan. 30, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- This year marks the 50th anniversary of the founding of the Clarke County Development Corporation (CCDC). In August of 1969, the development corporation that has brought Osceola and Clarke County, Iowa numerous business and economic successes.
Healthy Mobile Markets Launch in Broward County
DANIA BEACH, Fla., Dec. 3, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The City of Dania Beach Community Redevelopment Agency is proud to announce that the Dania Beach People's Access To Community Horticulture (PATCH) is preparing to launch five Mobile Market sites around Broward County. Known as a community market and garden, the Dania Beach PATCH is a resource for locally grown food. Now, the PATCH is extending healthy food options to neighboring cities in Broward County through the use of mobile markets.
Donald Eugene Lowe – A New Face in the Democratic Race for 2020 POTUS
SAN ANGELO, Texas, Nov. 27, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Donald Eugene Lowe respects politics. He was a 2016 presidential candidate, but this time around he's hoping to run on the Democratic ticket. He considers himself a "man of the people," not "for the people" and believes he's "a better choice."
RMA’s Redevelopment and Revitalization Plans Adopted by West Columbia, South Carolina
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Nov. 26, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- RMA, a Florida-based consulting firm is expanding their client base beyond the Sunshine state. The economic development, redevelopment and business attraction experts were hired last year by the City of West Columbia in South Carolina to create a Citywide Redevelopment Plan and a Community Revitalization Plan for the municipality; both were unanimously accepted by the city council this month.
RMA Proposed Innovation District Wins Major Award for Pompano Beach CRA
POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Oct. 29, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- RMA is proud to announce that their proposed plan for the Pompano Beach Downtown Innovation District won the 2018 Promotion Award at the annual Florida Redevelopment Association (FRA) Awards. RMA managed the city's redevelopment agency for almost a decade and authored this award-winning plan for the creation of the city's downtown. The plan will transform undeveloped land into a vibrant urban area (downtown), becoming a revitalization role model for cities nationwide.
RMA Contracted by City of Deltona to Provide Strategic Economic Development Plan in Florida
DELTONA, Fla., Oct. 17, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- RMA has been contracted by the City of Deltona in Florida to provide a strategic 5-year economic development plan for a Business Park and Manufacturing Related Recruitment. The award-winning firm's scope of services, in addition to the plan, will also include relationship building with multiple partner organizations to ensure support of new initiatives and meetings with developers.
RMA Awarded Management Contract by City of Cape Coral, Florida
CAPE CORAL, Fla., Oct. 11, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- RMA today announced it has been selected by the City of Cape Coral, Florida to provide implementation management consulting services related to the Bimini Basin Implementation Plan. The award-winning economic development firm will provide a scope of services including investment attraction, property acquisition and the promotion of development opportunities.
Ground Breaking for Construction of the Maine Gold Star Families Memorial Monument October 7
LEWISTON, Maine, Oct. 3, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On Sunday, October 7, 2018, The Herschel "Woody" Williams Medal of Honor Foundation will be breaking ground for construction of the Maine Gold Star Families Memorial Monument. This memorial is one of 87 across 34 states that will honor all our Gold Star Families.
The SUDC Foundation Applauds Introduction of Federal Bill to Address Unexpected Infant Deaths
CEDAR GROVE, N.J., Oct. 1, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The SUDC Foundation is pleased to support Scarlett's Sunshine on Sudden Unexpected Death Act, legislation introduced by U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA), Johnny Isakson (R-GA), Sherrod Brown (D-OH), and U.S. Representatives Gwen Moore (WI-04), Tom Cole (OK-04) and Jaime Herrera Beutler (WA-03) to combat Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC) and Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUID).
Rural Iowa Veterans Gain Better Medical Access Through New Telemedicine Partnership at Clarke County Hospital
OSCEOLA, Iowa, Aug. 16, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Clarke County Hospital in Osceola, Iowa and the Veterans Administration in Des Moines recently partnered in a telemedicine exchange offering a rural Veteran a much-needed cardiology consultation.
iFOS Managing Consultants LLC Earns Multi-Year Financial Review Management and Resolution Program Blanket Purchase (BPA) Agreement
COLUMBIA, Md., Aug. 8, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Intelligent Fiscal Optimal Solutions (iFOS) received a blanket purchase agreement (BPA) to provide Financial Review Management and Resolution Professional Services to the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Agency.
Rural South-Central Iowa Sees Over $480K in Grant Windfall for Local Organizations
OSCEOLA, Iowa, July 18, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Rural organizations throughout south-central Iowa, specifically, the city of Osceola and Clarke County Iowa look to their development corporation, the Clarke County Development Corporation (CCDC), for grants and other assistance to add value and benefits to the communities they serve.
RMA to Guide Economic Redevelopment for City of Hallandale Beach in Florida
HALLANDALE BEACH, Fla., July 10, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Redevelopment Management Associates (RMA) has been selected by the City of Hallandale Beach and the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) to create a new vision plan for the City and to update the CRA plan in order to stimulate economic development activities, attract investment and spur redevelopment/revitalization.
RMA Positions Downtown North Miami for Revitalization with ‘To NoMi is to Love Me’ Ad Campaign
NORTH MIAMI, Fla., June 27, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Redevelopment Management Associates (RMA) has announced that the "To NoMi is to Love Me" marketing and branding campaign for the North Miami Downtown District will be revealed during Jazz at MOCA (Museum of Contemporary Art) on Friday, June 29, 2018.
New Sandy Springs GA town hall underground garage opens with an Intelligent Parking Solution from Parking Sense
SANDY SPRINGS, Ga., June 4, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Parking Sense installed their Intelligent Parking Solution to service residents, employees, and visitors in Sandy Springs. "City Springs" celebrated its grand opening as the new City Hall for Sandy Springs on May 7, 2018. City Springs is an innovative mixed-use project at the heart of the community.
City of La Verne California votes 5-0 to establish new path to 5G using small cell infrastructure
LA VERNE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- XG Communities LLC, a premier provider of wireless, asset marketing and engineering services for cities and municipalities across the United States, announces their agreement to market and manage wireless coverage solutions for the City of La Verne, California.
Mitchell T. Tracy, Republican Candidate for Clark County Commissioner District F Says Democrats Insert RINO Republican into Race
LAS VEGAS, Nev., April 17, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mitchell T. Tracy, Republican candidate for Clark County Commissioner District F is fed up. He says that Tisha Black, a Harry Reid Democrat, is running on the Republican Party ticket, but she's a 'never Trump Republican' who is going up against him, an authentic pro Trump, Reagan conservative.
