For Immediate Release: Tuesday, November 13, 2018
Washington metropolitan area will benefit from stronger private sector growth that Amazon will foster
ROCKVILLE, Md., Nov. 13, 2018—Today Amazon announced its intention to locate its future HQ2 expansion in two states with existing Amazon locations, one in Crystal City, Virginia and the other in Long Island City, New York. Council President Hans Riemer made the following statement on behalf of the Council.
Amazon's decision to expand its existing presence in Northern Virginia is good news for the Washington region, which will benefit from the stronger private sector growth that Amazon will foster. It is good news for everyone who cares about future job growth in Montgomery County and the region generally.
We are proud of the fact that Montgomery County was selected to be one of only 20 potential locations for HQ2. Being selected to this list reaffirmed that our County continues to be one of the best places in the country to live, work and grow a business in our increasingly global economy.
Now we must focus on transportation and workforce development so that Montgomery County residents can access those jobs, new housing to promote affordability as housing demand in the region grows, and an enhanced effort to land future spin-off opportunities right here in Montgomery County.
Our County’s educated workforce, high-quality school system, multi-modal transportation options, broadband network infrastructure, inclusive values and outstanding quality of life makes our community an ideal location for companies that are looking to expand. The Council has also made regulatory changes necessary to support large scale businesses headquarters locating in our community.
The Council greatly appreciates the work of County Executive Isiah Leggett, Governor Larry Hogan and the entire economic development team for their continued efforts in promoting the bright future of Montgomery County.
We also congratulate JBG Smith which is headquartered in Chevy Chase, Maryland and owns much of the property located in Crystal City.
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Release ID: 18-295