Resources and Incentives

2018 Industry Awards

The Sumter County Development Authority sponsors annual Industry Awards.  In appreciation of business and industry in Sumter County, the awards will honor those who excel at exporting, innovation, sustainability, and community partnerships.  Please CLCIK HEREfor the 2018 application.

Welcome

Businesses, developers, and corporate projects enjoy an attractive and supportive environment to locate and expand their endeavors in Sumter County.  Focused on partnering with business and industry, the Development Authority provides access to resources and incentives for enhancement.

Sumter County Community Resources

• Jimmy Carter Regional Airport
  
  
• Heart of Georgia Rail
  
  
• Phoebe Sumter Medical Center
  
  
• Lake Blackshear Resort and Golf Club
  
  
• Georgia Veterans State Park 

Economic Development Data Resources

• Sumter County Logistics Spotlight
  


• Sumter County Labor Profile
  
  
• US Census Bureau Sumter County Quick Facts
  
  
• Sumter County is home to a wide array of manufacturers.  Extending from plastics and metal fabricators to molders, millworkers, miners, distillers and more.  With industries designed to provide support and ancillary services, most all phases of production can be addressed through local products and services.  A full listing of manufactures can be found here:
  • Agrium 
  • Austin Urethane, Inc.
  • Cana, Inc.
  • C&J Pallet Company 
  • CMI, Inc. 
  • Eaton’s Cooper Lighting 
  • Elite Comfort Solutions 
  • Golden Gourmet
  • Good Image, Inc.
  • H2O Sports Manufacturing
  • IMERYS Refractory Minerals 
  • Mobile Glassblowing Studios, LLC
  • Old Biscayne Designs
  • Recreation Unlimited / Caravelle Power Boats 
  • Resolute of TN 
  • Simplex Nails 
  • Southern Wholesale Glass
  • Spring Precast 
  • Star Power  
  • TCI Powder Coatings
  • Tepuy Activewear
  • Thirteenth Colony Distilleries 
  • TSG, Inc. 
  • Woodgrain Millwork 

Sumter County Incentives

The Sumter County Development Authority offers various local incentives to create an environment that is conducive to growth for businesses and the community.

The Authority provides Financing, Land Management, Marketing, Industrial Parks with Full Service Utilities, and Infrastructure Development to qualified companies looking to establish new operations, expand or relocate.  Additionally, the Authority develops properties, initiates marketing programs and provides financing packages for qualified companies in the form of loans or grants. If you have an interest, we are ready to discuss economic development opportunities in Sumter County!

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Sumter County Economic Development Incentives

• Close proximity to major southeastern markets with efficient by-pass routings for trucks connecting with US 19 and GA Route 49 to nearby interstate connections.
  
  
• Two fully developed industrial parks equipped with maximum allocation for electric, natural gas, water and sewer capacity; excellent rail service provided as well.
  
  
• Spec building available to be tailored to the needs of a business looking to locate or expand.
  
  
• Industrial & commercial property for warehousing, distribution, manufacturing, and contact center needs.
  
  
• Both taxable and non-taxable revenue bonds for qualified applicants.
  
  
• Revolving loan funds through the Joint Development Authority, River Valley Regional Commission and City of Americus.
  
  
• Efficient, full air service at Jimmy Carter Regional Airport for corporate aircraft (6,021 foot runway with asphalt and lighting).
  
  
• Acclaimed “Quick Start” workforce training for new or expanding industry is provided by South Georgia Technical College.  The John M. Pope Industrial Technology Center offers splendid facilities for business seminars, workshops and community events.  The college boasts a 99% job placement record and is one of the few institutions of its kind to offer on-campus housing.

Sumter County Economic Development Tax Incentives

• As a “tier-one” State of Georgia designated county, Sumter County businesses are eligible for state job tax credits of up to $4,000 for jobs created. See Program Link: http://www.dca.state.ga.us/economic/taxcredits/programs/taxcredit.asp
  
  
• Both the City of Americus and Sumter County offer Freeport Inventory Tax Exemptions at 100% on the following classes of personal property:
  • Manufacturer’s raw materials and goods-in-process inventory;
  • Manufacturer’s finished goods produced in Georgia within the last 12 months and held by the original manufacturer; and
  • Warehouse, distribution, or manufacturing firms with finished goods determined to be shipped outside of Georgia.
    
    
• Sumter County provides tax credits for energy used in processing and manufacturing.  The credits were phased in over a four your period at 25% per year, and are 100% exempt as of 2016.

We invite you to spend some time visiting the various pages of our website, exploring the resources and unique opportunities awaiting you in Sumter County.  Follow these links below for more information.

Resources and Incentives

Workforce and Training

Facilities, Properties and Infrastructure

Leaders and Partners