FCIDC Holds 2022 Annual Reception
After taking time off due to COVID, FCIDC hosted its Annual Reception on November 10, 2022 in the Bliss Room at the St. Albans Museum. During the evening, FCIDC and the Franklin Grand Isle Workforce Investment Board were proud to announce the winners of several...
FCIDC to Host Annual Reception
Back after a 2-year hiatus due to the pandemic, FCIDC will host its annual reception on Thursday, November 10, 2022 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in the Bliss Room at the St. Albans Museum. Hors d'oeuvres will be provided by Northwest Technical and Career Center's...
FCIDC Recognizes Former Staff Member Connie Burns
On September 14th FCIDC was joined by Northern Tier Center for Health (NOTCH), Richford Economic Advancement Corporation(REAC), and Connie's friends and family to dedicate a bench that was recently installed at the entrance to NOTCH in Richford at the Main Street...
FCIDC Recognizes Former Board Member Steve Plouff
On August 15th FCIDC was joined by Steve, his family and friends to dedicate a bench that was recently installed in Lincoln Park in Enosburg Falls to honor Steve's dedication to his community, Franklin County, and FCIDC. A long-time board member, Steve was a vital...
Can Vermont Grow Sheep Industry?
In 1809, a man named William Jarvis sent a flock of Spanish sheep to America and altered the landscape and the economy of Vermont. The shipment of prized merino sheep eventually turned Vermont’s subsistence farmers into wealthy ranchers, fed the new woolen mills and...
FCIDC Honors Former Board Member Steve Plouff
A bench was recently installed in Lincoln Park in Enosburg Falls to honor Steve Plouff's dedication to his community, Franklin County, and FCIDC. A long-time board member, Steve was a vital voice for the economic vitality of the region and is sorely missed. Board...
FCIDC Purchases Perley Block in Enosburgh
On Friday, June 10, 2022 FCIDC completed the purchase of the property in Enosburg Falls known as the Perley Block. Located on Main Street in the heart of the village, this multi-use property is a strategic piece of Enosburgh's overall revitalization plan. The first...
Community Navigator Pilot Program
Franklin County Industrial Development Corporation (FCIDC), as one of the 12 Regional Development Corporations around the state, has been selected to reach out to small businesses in our region to make them aware of the Small Business Administration’s Community...
2021 Annual Appreciation Reception Cancelled
FCIDC has made the decision not host the Annual Appreciation Reception due to the situation with COVID. We believe the health and safety of staff, board members, and the general public is paramount. We look forward to hosting this popular event again in late...
Governor announces opening of another section of the LVRT
Vermont Business Magazine Governor Phil Scott and the Vermont Agency of Transportation (AOT) on Tuesday announced the opening of an additional 6.3 miles of the Lamoille Valley Rail Trail (LVRT) between Sheldon and Highgate. This section of trail begins at the...