Gainesville is breaking ground on the Camp Howze rail park, which will host a massive new cement plant. It’s a major industrial play that’s expected to put the area on the map for manufacturing growth by 2027.
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This project is a long-term bet that will pump significant capital into the local economy and create a steady stream of industrial tax revenue.
Local job seekers and the city’s tax base stand to gain the most from this new industrial hub.
Residents living near the rail park might deal with more noise, traffic, and industrial activity in their backyard.
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