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All streets have been covered by WCA in regards to bulk pick up items on the curb. Code Enforcement has been in behind them to verify that the curbs are free of bulk trash. Any location with bulk trash on the curb will now be in violation of illegal dumping. You may purchase a bulk item disposal permit at City Hall and drop those items at the Public Works Facility. Watch for an upcoming announcement on brush disposal and yard waste disposal.
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Startup Jackson Purchase Distillery to Create 30 Jobs in Fulton County
Expansion underway at never-opened Hickman distillery
FRANKFORT, Ky. (May 27, 2021) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear announced startup bourbon producer Jackson Purchase Distillery LLC will upgrade a long-idled facility and create 30 well-paying jobs for Kentuckians as part of the company’s plans for a new, $8.76 million distilling operation in Fulton County.
“With today’s announcement, Kentucky notches yet another win for its signature bourbon industry and for our state’s post-pandemic economy,” Gov. Beshear said. “The outset of this development dates many years back, and I am proud that the leaders of Jackson Purchase Distillery are now taking the steps to make this venture a reality. The 30 high-quality jobs the company will create means more opportunity for the families of Fulton County and the surrounding region, adding to the commonwealth’s strong economic momentum.”
In March, Jackson Purchase Distillery’s management group acquired an unused distilling facility established several years prior by Memphis, Tennessee-based attorney Ray Jamieson. To bolster the nearly complete distillery, the company immediately began an expansion that will involve purchasing additional land, constructing barrel storage and making various upgrades throughout the facility. Company leaders expect to complete this expansion phase by April 2022.
The initial 30 positions at the facility will include a senior management team, a master distiller, a distiller in residence, an assistant distiller, a quality control manager, a plant manager and positions in boiler operations, grain processing, laboratory/data processing and regulatory compliance.
“We are very excited about the opportunity to start producing Kentucky bourbon in Fulton County,” said Lloyd R. Jones, president and CEO of Jackson Purchase Distillery. “We have been most fortunate to acquire the distillery and begin upgrading the facility. Support from the distillery industry and Commonwealth of Kentucky has been extremely helpful. We look forward to the start of production and hope to grow the business with a long-term plan in the years ahead.”
Once operational, the distillery will produce in excess of 25,000 barrels annually. The company will provide third-party distilling services, catering primarily to mid-size and large customers including brand-owned companies, distilleries needing additional capacity to meet demand and companies that purchase new production for future third-party sales. Jackson Purchase Distillery also plans to dedicate a segment of its business to fulfilling smaller orders from craft distillers.
The distillery will offer two to three different mash bills – the mixture of grains of which a whiskey consists – that will reflect the style of bourbon and rye typically produced in Kentucky. The company also will consider custom mash bills for larger production runs.
Jackson Purchase Distillery’s management team has a strong manufacturing background and includes Jones, COO David K. Salmon and Chairman Van Carlisle. The concept of acquiring the distillery and producing bourbon as a contract manufacturer started with a conversation between Jones and Salmon, who has 30-plus years of experience in the bourbon and distilling industry. Jones, a Fulton County native, was familiar with the Hickman facility, and eventually the management team formed a group to purchase the distillery.
The commonwealth is home to 66 spirits operations employing more than 5,100 people full-time statewide. In 2020, the industry announced 20 projects in Kentucky, totaling more than $300 million in new investment and nearly 230 projected jobs.
Jackson Purchase Distillery’s announcement is among four economic development projects Gov. Beshear announced today. Cumulatively, today’s announcements represent nearly $273 million in investments that will bring 505 well-paying jobs to Whitley, Shelby, Hardin and Fulton counties, furthering the Governor’s commitment to broad economic development in every region of the commonwealth.
Jackson Purchase Distillery’s announcement adds to a wave of recent economic momentum in the commonwealth, as the state builds back stronger following the effects of the pandemic. Earlier this month, Fitch Ratings improved the state’s financial outlook to stable, reflecting the commonwealth’s solid economic recovery. The state’s April sales tax receipts set an all-time monthly record at $486.5 million, as did vehicle usage tax receipts at over $64 million. In March, Site Selection magazine’s annual Governor’s Cup rankings for 2020 positioned Kentucky atop the South Central region, and third nationally, for qualifying projects per capita. The commonwealth also placed seventh overall in total projects, the highest of any state with a population under 5 million.
Fulton County Judge/Executive Jim Martin said the region is ready to embrace this new partnership with the company.
“We are very excited that Jackson Purchase Distillery has made the decision to invest in Fulton County,” Judge/Executive Martin said. “We look forward to a lasting relationship with this new industry and wish them the best of luck in this venture. Fulton County pledges to support Jackson Purchase Distillery, and we appreciate the confidence they have shown in our community by becoming a part of our corporate community.”
Hickman Mayor Heath Carlton said the distillery marks an encouraging development for the area.
The City of Hickman is excited with the opening of Jackson Purchase Distillery.
We are looking forward to the positive effects the job creation will have in the city as well as Fulton County,” Mayor Carlton said. “With Kentucky bourbon having a long history, we look forward to adding to that history while having bourbons available with hometown roots.”
To encourage the investment and job growth in the community, the Kentucky Economic Development Finance Authority (KEDFA) in April preliminarily approved a 15-year incentive agreement with the company under the Kentucky Business Investment program. The performance-based agreement can provide up to $1 million in tax incentives based on the company’s investment of $8.76 million and annual targets of:
Creation and maintenance of 30 Kentucky-resident, full-time jobs across 15 years; and
Paying an average hourly wage of $37 including benefits across those jobs.
By meeting its annual targets over the agreement term, the company can be eligible to keep a portion of the new tax revenue it generates. The company may claim eligible incentives against its income tax liability and/or wage assessments.
Additionally, Jackson Purchase Distillery can receive resources from the Kentucky Skills Network. Through the Kentucky Skills Network, companies can receive no-cost recruitment and job placement services, reduced-cost customized training and job training incentives.
We want to encourgae everyone to come out and enjoy the summer concert series and movie nights. All events are free and open to the public. Vendors and food trucks will be there too. Come out and enjoy fellowship music and movies.
May 1, 2021 at 7pm Soul Dog performing.
June 5, 2021 at 7pm Lew Jetton & 61 South performing.
June 19, 2021 at dusk movie “Aladdin” showing.
July 3, 2021 at 6pm Creative Jazz performing.
July 3, 2021 at 7pm Tim Stanek performing.
July 17, 2021 at dusk movie “Goonies” showing.
August 7, 2021 at 8pm Stronhold performing.
At 04:15 PM today, Saturday, April, 17, 2021 , The Boil water notice issued for Fulton City Municipal Water customers on East of Martin Luther King Jr Drive has been lifted. This also included the water district customers along the 45 Highway towards Water Valley. The water sample report came back and indicated the water was safe to consume. We appreciate the patience and support of our customers and community. We are also grateful for the dedicated and knowledgeable employees that worked to repair the issue and ensure a safe and reliable source of water. Call 270-472-2434 Fulton Public Works for questions.
At 12:00 today, Friday, April 16, 2021 , A Boil Water Notice was issued for Fulton City Municipal Water customers on East of Martin Luther King Jr Drive. This also included the water district customers along the 45 Highway towards Water Valley. The boil water notice was issued after the water system experienced a drop in water pressure following a repair to a valve on this date, as a measure of precaution for our customers. We appreciate the patience and support of our customers and community. We are also grateful for the dedicated and knowledgeable employees that worked to repair the issue and ensure a safe and reliable source of water. The Boil Water Notice will remain in affect until further notice. Call 270-472-2434 Fulton Public Works for questions.
UPDATE 12:29 PM 04-16-2021 The water service has been restored to the affected area, please note there is now a boil water advisory in effect. Link to boil water advisoryAttention City of Fulton water customers located East of Martin Luther King. Fulton Public Works Utilities technicians are scheduling a valve repair in your area this Friday, April 16, 2021. Disruption of service may occur. The disruption is expected to be less than 2 hours. This expected disruption should occur between 9am and 11am.
(submitted by Kim Jobe, FCTA)
03/26/2021
More good news has been delivered to the Fulton County area
by Amtrak.
“We have begun the process to get Fulton the new station we
promised,” said Derrick James, Senior Manager of
Government Affairs for Amtrak. “Right now, we’re selecting
from our on-call team of design firms. Throughout the summer
we will review the designs as it advances through several
phases (30%/60%/90%/100%). Once a design if finalized we’ll go
out for bid for construction.”
If all flows smoothly, James said, construction could begin in
November and be completed 9-10 months later.
According to James, the project will encompass a new,
enclosed, climate-controlled station building with unisex
restroom, and a 750’ long, 12’ wide, lighted, passenger
boarding platform.
Locally raised funds are still in consideration for utilization in
the project.
“We had discussed using locally raised funds for enhancement
of our project, items that we’re not allowed to spend funds on,”
James explained. “Our work will all take place on CN ROW,
but we could certainly use a marquee sign out on Highway 51
to highlight the location of the station. This location is not on
property we have access to. We could use Fulton County’s
support for such an initiative.”
Fulton County Transit Authority Executive Director Kenney
Etherton, who has been the most recent leader of a grassroots
effort to get a new station built, was ecstatic about the news
about a tentative construction start date.
“In spite of a pandemic, we can still put good news out,”
Etherton said. “Our Amtrak project is progressing. I am now
looking forward to the design and construction phases to
begin.”
City Manager Mike Gunn echoed the elation generated by the
news.
“I know the community has heard it before, but I am excited to
finally have an anticipated start date for construction of the
new Amtrak station here in the City of Fulton. Just be
patient,” Gunn said. “Having one of our transportation
partners committed to providing the community a new station
by 2022 is such great news. I can’t wait for the design to be
completed and construction to begin in November.”
With Fulton being one of only four stops in the Commonwealth
for Amtrak service, Gunn feels the new station will only
enhance connectivity to the rest of the country for the city as
well as Kentucky.
The new station will also be a good tribute to Fulton’s railroad
history.
“In the past, Fulton was one of those great American stops,”
Gunn said. “My hope is that this train station will let us reflect
on our past and look toward the future. Hopefully the new
station will be a part of the catalyst the community needs as it
seeks to expand its appeal as a place to invest in and cultivate
civic pride.”
Having a new station will also reflect Fulton’s desire to
positively embrace those who travel here.
“A train station is often the first impression of a community for
visitors coming to stay or simply passing through,” Gunn
explained. “Fulton wants to make that good impression. I am
extremely proud of all the effort that has made getting a new
Amtrak station here a reality.”