Garrett County Economic Development Update

Keyser’s Ridge Industrial Park
- Infrastructure development
Broadband
- Leadership on broadband expansion projects
New construction spec building the McHenry Business Park
- Partnership with MEDCO (Maryland Economic Development Corporation) for 20,000 square feet of leasable space with direct connection to the Garrett County Airport
Business Development
- Hired a Business Development Specialist to work with the municipalities and attract development opportunities in our communities
Workforce Housing Project in Grantsville
- Acquisition and development of a housing project in Grantsville with County contribution less than 15% of total project costs
Business Assistance Loan Programs
- In response to COVID-19, PPE (personal protective equipment) and Operating Cost grant opportunities created for local businesses