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Jackson offers industrial site specs for EADS related suppliers During Tuesday's city council meeting, Jackson Mayor Richard Long reported that the city had received a request from the state for a list of industrial sites in Jackson that meet the EADS Project specifications. Earlier this year, EADS North America announced it had chosen Mobile's Brookley Industrial Complex as as the site for its KC-330 advanced tanker U.S. production facility. The announcement sparked interest in the counties north of Mobile about possible support production facilities to provide services and parts for the main plant. Jackson is currently developing a new industrial park on Highway 177, which will include a 50,000 square foot spec building. The new park will have access to the city's water and sewer system. "We are forwarding the information to Debra Bolen, Clarke County Development Founda-tion executive for submission to the state," said Long.
Vandals break street light During his report to the council Mayor Long said that several individuals had climbed up on the rooftop next to Gabe's Computers downtown and threw objects down and knocked the top out of a decorative street light. "I don't believe they were throwing at the light," said Long. "I would appreciate any information that anyone has concerning this incident, as we will prosecute the individuals. Any individuals found on rooftops will be charged with trespassing."
Airport tree removal A contract was approved by the council for $128,000 for the removal of trees from approximately 66 acres at the north end of the runway at the William E. Stewart Airport. The tree removal was approved to meet safety specifications to help bring the airport to the point where it can possibly attain regional classification. Cost for tree removal will be paid for with funds from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) grant received by the city. City Administrator Jesse Miller said Nichols Timber Company was chosen over the lowest bidder because it would remove the trees in a manner that complies with EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) standards. He said the trees are located in a designated wetland area.
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