Bryan Taunton for Mayor of Sylacauga Plan of Action & Agenda

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Sylacauga is a city with incredible potential, but unlocking that potential requires strong, proactive leadership. As a proven leader in economic development, Bryan Taunton has spent years bringing growth, opportunity, and positive change to our city. Now, he's ready to do even more as your mayor.

Bryan Taunton is not a political insider tied to the dysfunction that has held Sylacauga back. He is a problem- solver with a track record of real results. His leadership in bringing over $12 million in commercial construction development to our city-generating more than $800,000 in annual sales tax revenue-proves that he knows how to attract businesses and build a thriving economy. Now, he's ready to expand that success to industrial growth, job creation, and enhanced quality of life for every resident.

• Leverage regional and national networks to promote Sylacauga as a prime location for investment
• Develop a strong marketing campaign showcasing the city's advantages
• Engage with trade shows and industry conferences to attract investors
• Partner with site selection consultants to bring growing industries to Sylacauga

• Offer tax incentives and infrastructure grants to attract businesses
• Establish a fast-track permitting process to reduce delays for investors
• Develop workforce training partnerships with local colleges to create a skilled labor pool
• Utilize public-private partnerships to fund strategic projects that benefit the entire community

• Annex land to increase available commercial, industrial, and residential space
• Improve and expand roads, utilities, and broadband to make Sylacauga development-ready
• Designate and prepare new industrial, business, and mixed-use zones
• Work with property owners to make underutilized land available for growth