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This monthly e-newsletter is where you will learn what's new and exciting in the business and economic development world of Prince George's County. You'll discover why Prince George's County is the best place to do business in the National Capital Region. WE HAVE IT ALL!
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Baker Supports Casino at National Harbor
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Prince George's County Executive Rushern Baker supports a billion-dollar, luxury casino on the Potomac River at National Harbor. Hospitality company Gaylord Entertainment and developers the Peterson Companies, which built National Harbor, released a photo of the proposed location along the Capital Beltway.
In a statement released Thursday, February 16, Baker said, "After a comprehensive evaluation of this issue, I have determined that if gaming comes to Prince George's County, it must be a high-end facility. I believe we should develop a world-class destination facility that features gaming, live shows, dining, and lodging. I envision a facility that attracts tourists, visitors, meetings and conventions from all over the world. A $1 billion entertainment complex would bolster travel and tourism for our County, help us grow our commercial tax base, create nearly 5,000 new jobs, provide revenue to help us fund education and public safety, and create an entertainment corridor with upscale amenities. National Harbor is the perfect location for this high-end $1 billion entertainment complex.From my perspective, that would be a win for the County, the state of Maryland and the Washington Region." |
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Is Prince George's County Getting
its 1st Whole Foods
|  The County Planning Board has approved plans for the Cafritz developers to build a mixed-use complex that would include the County's first Whole Foods, in addition to a 120-room hotel, 168,200 square feet of retail space, and 22,000 square feet of office space. The anticipated project is planned for 36 acres of wooded property on Route 1 near East-West Highway.
County officials say the development would create jobs and bring much needed services to Riverdale Park and nearby College Park. The approval of the Cafritz rezoning plan now heads to the District Council (which is composed of members of the Prince George's County Council) for its vote.
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Prince George's Lobbies for FBI
|  Prince George's County has retained Holland & Knight LLP to lobby Congress and the General Services Administration in an effort to nab the FBI. County Executive Rushern Baker has established an inter-agency county task force to analyze appropriate sites, and has adopted a resolution urging the federal government to move the FBI to Maryland.
Congress is considering legislation directing that the FBI move to a new location - one that is at least 55 acres, able to handle 2 million square feet, and within a half mile of Metro.
"We are approaching this process as a united front and will demonstrate to the federal government that Prince George's County should be the new home and headquarters for the FBI," said Baker.
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Bowie Plaza Gets New Tenants
| Bowie Plaza Shopping Center customers can expect four new businesses by spring. A fitness center, eye care center, bakery, and doughnut shop will join existing tenants of the plaza, and the 103,000-square-foot center will be almost fully leased. Bowie City Councilman James Marcos (Dist.1) opened T.J. Elliott's Italian Restaurant 15 years ago in the Bowie Plaza shopping center.
Fitness 4 Less will be moving into the space formerly occupied by Giant and hopes to attract more customers with the larger space and better visibility from Route 197. Peeper's Family Eye Care (relocating from Free State Shopping Center) and a drive-thru Dunkin Donuts will also join Bowie Plaza. Lastly, The Cake Courtesan, owned by former Bowie resident Sharon White, will complete the list on new tenants. |
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Interim Land Use Control
|  Interim Land Use Control (ILUC) is proposed to govern development in areas impacted by height limitations, high noise levels, and high accident potential resulting from flight patterns at Joint Base Andrews. Prince George's County has worked with the military and the community through public meetings and the work of several committees to develop the Joint Land Use Study. If you live, operate a business, or own property in the impact areas near Joint Base Andrews, you should attend the upcoming meetings on these issues. The ILUC will be presented to the Prince George's County Council following the public meetings. Click here to view a schedule of upcoming meetings. For more information and to learn more about Interim Land Use Control, click here. |
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You're Invited
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 Employees, clients, friends, and families of the are invited to a special shopping event at Costco in Woodmore Towne Centre (2400 Five Lees Lane, Lanham, MD 20706)
on Wednesday, March 7, 2012, from 5:00-7:30pm. Come and experience what Costco has to offer at this exciting event. For more information, call Amanda Pasko at 301-341-6740 or click
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From The "BIZ" Files:
~ Opening in February at Woodmore Towne Centre:
- Mad For Chicken - featuring fresh, natural chicken & a trans fat free menu
- Kenny's Chinese - a full service buffet in addition to dine-in/carry-out option
- Men's Warehouse
~ Coming Soon to Woodmore Towne Centre:
- Closet Envy - featuring women's apparel
- Royal Crown Barbers
~ Opening February 21 at Bowie Plaza Shopping Center:
- The Cake Courtesan - featuring designer cakes, cupcakes, and French pastries
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This Month's "Tid-Biz"
Prince George's County has over 170 shopping centers with more than 4,000 retail stores
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Coming Up:
- February 21: How To Respond to a County Multi-Step Invitation for Bid, RMS Building, 1400 McCormick Drive, Conference Room 308, Largo, MD 20774, 9:00am-1:00pm. Prince George's County Government Minority Business Development Division is kicking off their "Doing Business with Prince George's County" series with the popular FREE hands-on, interactive training focused on Multi-Step Invitation for Bids (IFBs). For more information, contact 301-883-6480. (Telephone Registration ONLY)
- February 28: The Legal Side, Fairmount Heights Library, 5904 Kolb Street, Fairmount Heights, MD 20743, 3:00pm-5:00pm. Part II of "Doing Business with Prince George's County" is a FREE seminar that will provide contractors with an overview of the legal aspects of Prince George's County Government contracting. (Online Registration ONLY; click here to register)
- March 8: Women's History Month Luncheon, Martin's Crosswinds, 7400 Greenway Center Drive, Greenbelt, MD 20770. 12pm-2pm. This year's theme: Women Educated, Women Empowered. Keynote Speaker: Dr. Charlene Dukes, President of Prince George's Community College. For more information, click here
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Baker Signs MOU with HUD and the Department of Housing and Community Development
On February 13, 2012 County Executive Rushern L. Baker III, along with HUD Assistant Secretary Mercedes Marquez and Prince George's County Director of Housing and Community Development, Eric Brown signed an MOU to mark a collaborative partnership to further enhance Prince George's County's housing and community development initiatives.
This partnership agreement is to provide capacity-building engagement and joint technical assistance that will maximize the use of federal funds to revitalize neighborhoods, help the homeless, and produce more affordable housing.
Under the agreement, the County and HUD will work with local corporations and non-profits to build the management systems and capacity necessary to successfully carry out comprehensive and sustainable development and revitalization strategies.
"I am excited to sign this MOU as it signifies a new day in the redevelopment of Prince George's County thanks to the leadership and hard work of Eric Brown, the County's new housing Director and the DCHD Team," said Baker.
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