Economic Development for Jobs Creation
Project ID:
2017 SPLOST
Project Type:
Capital Project
Project Status:
Approved
Infrastructure and land for purposes of creating jobs in Rome and Floyd County. This method proved to be vital in the recruitment of the Lowe's Regional Distribution Center.
| ORIGINAL PROJECT BUDGET | AMOUNTS EXPENDED TO DATE | REMAINING FUNDS TO DATE | PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,555,000 | $1,130,194 | $424,806 | 2025 |
Status Updates
10.21.2025 - Work continues with the Rome Floyd County Development Authority to identify and acquire property for economic development. Northwest Regional Hospital was purchased in 2022 and extensive work to acquire EPA brownfield money for remediation and cleanup has been ongoing.
3.2022 - Closed on Northwest Regional Property.
