No Amazon HQ in NY

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(02-15-2019, 01:03 PM)SunsetBengal Wrote: I've also read that Texas is fast becoming the most popular destination for companies fleeing the taxes of California.

Wouldn't surprise me. It's a pretty diverse state, which I think is part of the reason Louisville has had such growth, the Cinncinnati/Louisville area is a couple hour drive to a variety of things. Texas, I would guess, would be fairly attractive if you're trying to bring in employees. A better tax rate has got to be an enticement, too.

Plus just an overall lower cost of operating/living compared to California. I was on an advisory committee a while back and one of the main things existing industry in my area cited was a lower cost of operating. Lower average wages, lower utilities, etc. Just across the river in Illinois it's 2-4 times the cost of living/business operation because of loopy Chicago politics, despite roughly the same industries and social makeup.