S3E14: Growing Glens Falls’ Economy with Mayor Bill Collins

In this episode of Buying Local, your host Mike Nelson of Five Towers Media interviews Mayor of Glens Falls, Bill Collins. Tune in as they discuss small business grants, workforce development, future projects in downtown Glens Falls, growing special events, and much more!0:11 Introducing Glens Falls Mayor Bill Collins5:13 Economic Growth in the Glens Falls Business Community 11:53 The Future of South Street13:33 Ribbon Cutting Details14:30 Small Business Grants18:52 Future Projects in Downtown Glens Falls20:49 Housing with No Vacancy23:40 Workforce Development26:44 Infrastructure is the Health and Longevity of the City28:48 Local Transportation 31:30 26 Thriving Restaurants 32:48 Boosting Tourism and Hospitality34:10 Growing Special Events 37:34 Vision for the Future41:27 Addressing Parking Concerns45:50 Closing Remarks