“Greater Napanee is where community spirit thrives. Our residents proudly showcase their heritage through various projects and events, while embracing the harmonious blend of our quaint, historic downtown and the surrounding agricultural community that significantly shapes our identity,” Mayor Terry Richardson asserts. At its core, Greater Napanee represents a carefully orchestrated balance between urban and rural living, between preserving history and pursuing innovation, between work and personal life.The revitalized Town Hall and weekly farmers’ market anchor a downtown district that serves as a commercial hub and cultural center, while surrounding agricultural lands maintain the area’s connection to its roots. “We’ve created an ideal place to live, work, play, and retire. Our unique blend of agriculture, industrial businesses, and commercial outlets works together to provide balanced opportunities for residents and neighbors,” Mayor Terry Richardson relays. This collaborative approach has positioned Greater Napanee as a noteworthy example of how rural Ontario communities can evolve without sacrificing their essential character. ECONOMIC LANDSCAPE, FROM GLOBAL TO LOCAL Greater Napanee has cultivated an economic ecosystem where international corporations and small businesses operate side by side, creating a resilient local economy that stands out in Eastern Ontario. Goodyear Canada anchors the industrial sector as the town’s largest employer with nearly 1,000 workers producing tires that ship to markets worldwide. “We’ve established a good mixture of large and small businesses. Our deliberate efforts have made Greater Napanee welcoming to investment, with significant steps taken to ensure we’re prepared for growth,” added Mayor Richardson The town’s industrial strategy recently bore fruit with Goodyear’s decision to nearly double its facility size with a 500,000-square-foot expansion. This $500 million investment positions Greater Napanee as a key player in Canada’s transition to electric vehicles, 3 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 04 GREATER NAPANEE, ON
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