Marion County Industrial Foundation

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Mr. COMER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the Marion County Industrial Foundation, which has been leading economic development efforts in Marion County since 1972. The MCIF is a non-profit, municipal and county-funded economic development organization. The MCIF has recently redoubled their efforts by purchasing the industries housed at 405 Old Springfield Road, or as locals call it, the Jane and Linda building.

This site has been a staple in the community since 1946, when Handmacher-Vogel built Lebanon Manufacturing Company. With over 500 employees, Handmacher-Vogel became the largest employer in Marion County at the time. The building underwent an ownership change in 1952, when Jane and Linda Sportswear took over the building. Ownership would eventually switch to Telecom in 1973 for a period ending in 1993.

After sitting unoccupied for over 20 years, the MCIF purchased the property earlier this summer. Staying true to their mission, the MCIF will market the property for new economic development opportunities. I am confident in this proud organization's ability to bring jobs to central Kentucky, which will create opportunity and hope for residents, businesses, and industries.

I join with everyone in Marion County and the Commonwealth in celebrating the extraordinary work of the Marion County Industrial Foundation. I am honored to represent this foundation as they continue to lead economic development efforts in the 1st District.

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