By providing additional tax incentives to bolster its strong relationships with developers, the city was able to retain this major employer despite competing offers from neighboring states. This collaborative spirit and willingness to adapt have been key to Amesbury’s ability to attract and retain businesses. A FUTURE BUILT ON PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP AND CIVIL EXPANSION Amesbury’s growth strategy is rooted in collaboration, with public-private partnerships playing a crucial role in shaping the city’s future. The developers did a really good job on their side, working with local officials, largely in the building department, but also conservation and planning to manage the construction process,” explains Director of Community and Economic Development Nick Cracknell. The success of the Munters project is a testament to Amesbury’s proactive approach to economic development. “We hold the developers’ hands and give them a lot of guidance on how to get through the permitting process and take them through it,” Cracknell confirms. Photo Credit: Laura Kozlowski 8 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 04
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