• Be over the age of 18.
• Be a U.S. citizen, non-citizen national, or qualified alien.
• Be the legal owner of a residential property in Florida.
• Be able to contribute up to 25% of the project’s total cost.

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The GIS app allows businesses, municipal partners and site selectors to search available commercial and industrial properties in the area and provides access to advanced analytical tools enabling businesses to produce reports on demand.

As an example, businesses looking for 100,000 square feet of industrial space within a few miles of U.S. Highway 27 can use this app to quickly find available properties that meet their criteria as well as evaluate local demographics, workforce and infrastructure.

“Elevate Lake is pleased to offer GIS WebTech’s Recruit application to our local partners, business community and prospects,” said Elevate Lake Director Tracy Garcia, CEcD. “This platform provides a combination of data and information that are site-specific – all in an easy-to-use application on our website. We’ve partnered with REsimplifi, Inc. for automatic updates to the Recruit platform which keeps the data current and as accurate as possible, providing partners, businesses and site selectors detailed analysis that will enhance Lake County’s business retention, expansion and attraction efforts.”

Also used by Enterprise Florida, the application provides consistent data and user experience for businesses focusing on Lake County after considering the state as a whole. The free app is easy to use and accessible for site selectors, businesses, municipal partners and community members. Visit https://elevatelake.com/businessattraction and click on “find properties” for more information and to access the platform.

For more information about the Office of Elevate Lake, visit https://elevatelake.com/ or follow the Lake County Economic Development Facebook page. The Office of Elevate Lake can be reached by contacting 352-343-9647 or info@elevatelake.com.

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The website gives visitors a clear understanding of the current phase set by Governor Ron DeSantis, while previewing expected criteria for future phases. The site will provide the latest information available regarding Lake County’s recovery plan with real-time updates, based on State and Federal orders and guidelines, as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve. Community members are encouraged to adhere to the following guidelines through all phases.

Individuals

Continue to adhere to State and local guidance as well as complementary CDC guidance, particularly with respect to face coverings.

• Wash your hands with soap and water or use hand sanitizer, especially after touching frequently used items or surfaces.
• Avoid touching your face.
• Sneeze or cough into a tissue, or the inside of your elbow.
• Disinfect frequently used items and surfaces as much as possible.
• Strongly consider using face coverings while in public, and particularly when using mass transit.

Employers

Develop and implement appropriate policies, in accordance with Federal, State and local regulations and guidance, and informed by industry best practices, regarding:

• Social distancing and protective equipment
• Temperature checks
• Testing, isolating, and contact tracing
• Sanitation
• Use and disinfection of common and high-traffic areas
• Business travel

This plan, along with our progress in the fight against COVID-19, is the result of collaborative efforts between Lake County government leaders, the Florida Department of Health, medical professionals, business owners, community leaders and residents.

We encourage community members to complete the public comment form at www.bit.ly/reopencomments to provide feedback as we seek to continually update our plan in a manner that is inclusive, transparent and adaptive to the needs of the community. Additionally, if you are a provider of emergency resources or personal protection equipment, complete the form at www.bit.ly/reopenprovider to be added to our directory of available resources.

To sign up for the latest emergency notifications regarding COVID-19, text COVIDUPDATE to 888777 or visit www.lakecountyfl.gov/COVID-19 and follow Emergency Management at www.facebook.com/LakeCountyFLEmergencyManagement and www.twitter.com/lakeemergency. For the latest information, residents can call the Citizens Information Line at 352-253-9999.

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The Lake County Skills Finder provides parents, students and businesses direct access to the variety of CTE pathways preparing the skilled employees needed in today’s job market. Through an easy to navigate online application students and parents can research available programs in their community. Additionally, businesses can identify opportunities to engage with educators and students as they work together to build the workforce needed now and in the future.

“We are pleased to have collaborated with the Lake County GIS staff and Workforce Taskforce members in the creation of the Skills Finder,” said Executive Director Brandon Matulka with Lake County’s Agency for Economic Prosperity. “This dynamic tool featuring more than 15 CTE skills-building learning tracks, has been designed for local as well as out-of-county businesses. The Skills Finder provides a platform to reach businesses at a local, regional and national level, showcasing that Lake County has the workforce needed to be successful.”

CTE promotes academic advancement at 18 Lake County middle and high schools by providing job training and employability skills. Nearly 12,000 students were enrolled in CTE programs last year, and more than a quarter of those students earned industry certifications through the program.

To access the Skills Finder, visit https://bit.ly/2N7oqI3, or for more information on Lake County’s economic development initiatives, visit www.ElevateLake.com and follow @ElevateLakeFL on Facebook.

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