Greater Yuma Economic Development Corporation on LinkedIn: #lowcost #greateryuma #arizona #lowcostofdoingbusiness #energycost… (2024)

Thank you to R L Jones Customhouse Brokers's Daniel Bazua , General Manager, for participating in or video series today. GYEDC's Michelle Britton and Videographer Eric Castanos interviewed Bazua and then recieved an amazing tour of the facility. R L Jones Customhouse Brokers is located 1 mile from the Commercial Port of entry to Mexico. The company is also the only USDA inspection facility in the county! #film #rljones #logistics #distribution #strategiclocation #economicdevelopment #GreaterYuma #gyedc

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Thank you to Anderson Trucking's Brandon Nelson for participating in our Logistics and Distribution video coming out later this year. The interview was fun and informative!Anderson Trucking is strategically located in the Greater Yuma region in San Luis, Arizona, just 1 mile from the commercial port of entry to Mexico. This location allows them to cut shipping times for their clients as well as provide ease in the supply chain for distribution.#location #commercialport #supplychain #buildinyuma #sanluis #gyedc #Logistics #GreaterYuma

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Yuma Comes in at #7 in the10 Affordable Places to Live in the Southwest in 2024 by RedfinWith a median home price:of $314,000, an average sale price per square foot:of $189, the average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment:of $1,022, and a median household income:of $59,312 the region is a great place to Live, Work, and Grow!"Yuma is a fantastic mid-sized city to consider moving to. There are plenty of landmarks like the Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park, the Colorado River State Historic Park, the West Wetlands Park, and the Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area. Be sure to explore the Yuma Art Center or check out the local stores and restaurants along Main Street." Source Redfin Bloghttps://lnkd.in/gfpsVE-i#GreaterYuma #Southwest #Costofliving #Affordableliving #yumacounty Greg LaVann

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Visit Yuma has been working with a filmmaker on a project that's filming here in our region! Check out what he had to say about our home!The Greater Yuma region is not just a picturesque location for filmmakers—it's a driving force for economic growth! When movies or commercials are filmed here, the ripple effects are felt throughout our community:Job Creation: From local crew hires to service providers, each production brings new employment opportunities.Boost to Local Businesses: Filming activities fuel our economy by increasing demand for accommodations, catering, transportation, and more. Every shoot supports local businesses, creating a surge in revenue across various sectors.Tourism & Long-term Growth: Featured locations often turn into tourist attractions, bringing in visitors long after the final cut. This boosts our region’s visibility and enhances future economic prospects.By welcoming the film industry to the Greater Yuma area, we’re not just showcasing our stunning landscapes—we’re fostering a thriving local economy!#gofilmaz #EconomicDevelopment #VisitYuma #LoveYuma #FilmIndustry #GreaterYuma #JobCreation #LocalBusiness #Tourism #EconomicImpact #CommunityGrowth

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Have you seen the latest issue of Yuma Sun's The BIZ Magazine? 📰 Check out page 14 to read the insightful article from GYEDC's CEO & President, where he discusses the over $360 million in projects approved by the Yuma County Board of Supervisors. These initiatives are set to drive major growth and opportunity in our region. Don't miss it! https://buff.ly/4cqrVBf #EconomicDevelopment #YumaCounty #GreaterYuma #BusinessGrowth #CommunityImpact #GYEDC #TheBIZMagazine #YumaSun #RegionalGrowth #Leadership #InnovationYuma Sun https://buff.ly/3WKtvJR

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San Luis breaks ground on a $3.9 million water infrastructure upgrade to boost production and quality.The City of San Luis is taking a concrete step towards enhancing its water infrastructure with the groundbreaking of a brand-new Well and Manganese Treatment Unit at Well Site 5. According to a recent announcement on the city's official website, the project is a $3,966,900 endeavor aimed at bolstering water production and quality for local residents. Source: Hoodline Phoenixhttps://buff.ly/3SAsstq #SanLuis #Water #Insfrastructure #GreaterYuma #Development

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Yuma Regional Medical Center Unveils its New Mobile Health ClinicYuma Regional Medical Center (YRMC) unveiled its new mobile health clinic that will be used to provide medical services to underserved communities in Yuma. Margie Dallabetta, the Chairman of the YRMC Foundation, says "We have many people that are underserved in our community and again we want to make sure that everyone has an opportunity at quality health…and we're extremely pleased, it will help our community.The Foundation of YRMC recognized their donors Epic Systems, Vizient, and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona (BCBS of AZ) for their support of the mobile health clinic.Source KYMA https://buff.ly/4fta7YY #YRMC #GreaterYuma #healthcare #mobilehealthclinic

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According to the U.S. Department of Transportation Bureau of Transportation Statistics, the San Luis Port of Entry is the #10 most utilized border in the country. (Mexico border) Exciting news for the SLAZ border! We've seen remarkable recovery and growth since COVID-19. In 2023, over 11M people crossed, surpassing the 10M in 2019. Commercial crossings have surged by 45.53% since 2019. In just the first five months of 2024, we recorded 4,758,724 people and 61,636 trucks crossing the border. The future is bright for Greater Yuma's economic development! #EconomicGrowth #BorderRecovery #GreaterYuma #Trade(Data from January to May 2024) The Greater Yuma region's strategic location to international access is key to many of our industries. Learn more about our region by clicking the link belowhttps://buff.ly/3EPiriY

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Yuma Regional Cancer Center adds new machines to help treat cancer patients!The Yuma Regional Cancer Center recently celebrated its 10th anniversary and is now celebrating its new radiation machine that they say will help them treat more cancer patients.Having the Cancer Center here at home allows Greater Yuma residents access to high-quality care without traveling to receive treatment. Thank you to YRMC for your continued commitment and care for our community!Yuma Regional Medical Center #QualityCare #CancerCenter #YRMC #GreaterYumahttps://buff.ly/4fx0nwS

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