Business View Magazine - November 2016

Business View Magazine - November 2016 103 much credit to a main stakeholder and partner, Bay Future, a quasi-governmental agency that functions as Bay County and Bay City’s economic development arm. “We’ve gotten to a point, now, where it’s not the city versus the townships, or the city versus the coun- ty,” he insists. “It’s a cooperative effort. We realize that wherever industry might go, whether it’s in the city or just outside the city, that it benefits all of us. And we are working closely through Bay Future and all the lo- cal governmental agencies to enhance the economic development throughout the entire Bay County area.” Finally, Bay City’s City Manager restates the City’s agenda in no uncertain terms: “The city is very, very committed to good, positive economic development,” he declares. “We are looking for companies that want to come to a city that is very progressive and on the move, and we’re always looking for any way that can move us forward through networking and partner- ships. Partnership is where government needs to go and that’s where Bay City is proceeding in a rapid man- ner.” PREFERRED VENDOR Downtown Development Authority - www.baycitymi. org/departments/boards-and-committees/item/20- downtown-development-authority Chemical Bank – Chemical Bank – The state’s lead- ing community bank since 1917, the Chemical Bank of Michigan has 175 banking offices spread over 47 counties. It has assets of $9.5 billion and offers per- sonal and business banking services, as well as wealth management services for individuals, businesses, and non-profits. - www.chemicalbankmi.com Independent Bank - www.independentbank.com DOWNTOWNBAYCITY.COM Our historic riverfront is once again attracting development! Whether interested in finding a cool space to start a busi- ness, being a part of the preservation of historic places, or craving to live in a warm and special community, check out Downtown Bay City, MI. Again Making history Member FDIC IndependentBank.com 989.684.6021 745 N. Euclid, Bay City 989.892.3511 623 Washington Ave., Bay City 989.893.4563 1615 West Center Ave., Essexville WE’RE YOUR FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS. Independent Bank is made up of real people. We’re down-to-earth, approachable, and we give honest answers, helpful advice, and a friendly smile. When you bank with us, you’re banking not with a company, but with your friends and neighbors . We’re proud to be a part of the Bay City community and support its events and organizations.