JACKSON ā The Greater Jackson Chamber Partnership and community leaders unveiled the Vision 2022 10-year plan at the Jackson Convention Complex Oct. 9.
At the end of the presentation, the Greater Jackson Chamber Partnership awarded the Pearl River Vision Foundation $200,000 to finalize plans for the proposed lake project near downtown Jackson.
Along with the lake, the plan includes large expansions in the healthcare and aerospace industries, education improvements, a focus on arts and culture and infrastructure and transportation improvements throughout the metro area.
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VISION 2012
Vision 2012 – a 10-year plan for the Jackson Metro Area.
GJCP’s Press Release on VISION 2012
The Greater Jackson Chamber Partnership’s Press Release for VISION 2012.
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