WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand announced Monday that the Southern Tier West Regional Planning and Development Board would be receiving $100,000 in federal funding.
The funding was allocated through the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC). The Southern Tier West Regional Planning and Development Board will use these funds to implement the Manufacturing Productivity Improvement Program, which will provide technical assistance to small- and medium-sized businesses in the areas of manufacturing, process improvement, and customized training.
It is anticipated that over 600 businesses will participate in these business development activities. Moreover, fifteen companies will receive contracted technical assistance, which will lead to the retention of 600 area jobs. These funds will allow businesses and manufacturers in the area to adequately address issues with labor productivity, business productivity, and various business certifications.
The Appalachian Regional Commission grants are awarded to local governments, agencies, non-profits and schools, in order to be used for economic development initiatives in the Appalachian Region.
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