From Todays Norfolk paper. So how can we prepare Bancroft so that we are able to step up to the plate if there is an opportunity for economic development?
By LaRAYNE TOPP The Norfolk Daily News
BEEMER — A strong, small-town work ethic plus an impressive proposal has drawn a new business to Beemer."Beemer recognized the need for jobs and stepped up to the plate," (Elwood) Moore said. (Elwood Moore is the head of Cuming County Public Power)
One of those at bat was Doug Steffensmeier, Beemer village board chairman. He also wears other hats, demonstrating his interest in economic development for Beemer and Cuming County as a businessman. Plus, his family's business owns the building in which xtDirect was located.
"The Steffensmeiers went to great lengths to remodel this space to meet our needs," Rollag said.
Beemer beat out 18 other communities interested in locating the call center in their community, Moore said.
"We were prepared, and Beemer offered a wonderful package," he said.
