Lincolnton, North Carolina

9 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 3, ISSUE 10 PREFERRED VENDORS/PARTNERS n Lincoln Economic Development Association www.lincolneda.org Lincoln Economic Development Association (LEDA) is a non-profit, charged with facilitating business development in Lincoln County. LEDA’s mission is to foster an economic environment that promotes an enhanced standard of living for the citizens of Lincolnton and Lincoln County through job creation and a diversified tax base. n Lincoln County Schools www.lcsnc.org Lincoln County Schools is proud to offer career-focused learning opportunities, a positive culture, and a collaborative stakeholder environment. Our small-town community atmosphere is conducive to strong community support and partnerships with local companies. n Charles R. Underwood Inc. www.crupumps.com n Gaston College www.gaston.edu as to what role environmental initiatives play in any ongoing and future-slated projects in the city pipeline. According to Haynes, “ElectriCities has an LED rebate for its customers. We have had several customers take advantage of that and it involves ElectriCities providing a certain amount of money toward a project that converts old sodium to LED lighting.” ElectriCities is also offering rebate programs in the area for residents that are putting in new heat pumps that are more energy efficient. Looking toward the future, the Mayor is very enthusiastic about what lies ahead. With recreational programs that cater to the growing number of families relocating to Lincolnton, including flag football, soccer, and volleyball programs, the town offers activities to keep residents engaged in their community. Seniors’ programs offered by the town are also available to help connect older Lincolnton residents to the town that they call home. With other programs in place that address important issues such as pay equity, coupled with ongoing infrastructure efforts put forth by the city, the residents of Lincolnton can remain proud and follow the town’s lead into all the positive things to come.