Community Partnership
Shaping the Future Together
Community Advisory Task Force
A Seat at the Table for Florence
One of the most important parts of the Florence Technology Park is making sure local residents have a meaningful role in shaping its future. To accomplish that, we will establish a Community Advisory Task Force made up of residents, educators, business owners, civic leaders, and community organizations.
The Task Force isn’t a formality. It’s how we make sure the right people are in the room when decisions are made about community investments.
Who is invited to participate:
Residents & Homeowners
People who live in and around the project area
Local Educators & School Staff
Teachers, administrators, and school board members
Business Owners & Employers
Local businesses invested in Lauderdale County's economy
Civic & Faith Leaders
Community organizations, churches, and civic groups
Community Organizations
Nonprofits and service organizations serving Florence
Anyone Who Lives or Works in Florence
This is an open process — all voices are welcome
Community Benefit Agreement
Community Investment, Shaped by You
Instead of deciding from a corporate office where community investments should go, we believe those decisions should be informed by the people who know Florence best. Together, the Task Force will help develop a Community Benefit Agreement (CBA) that reflects the priorities of the people who live here.
This isn’t simply community outreach. It’s shared ownership.
Potential community investment areas:
The Process
How It Works
Community Meetings & Open Houses
We hold public meetings and open houses where residents can learn about the project, ask questions, and share their priorities. These events are open to everyone.
Task Force Formation & CBA Development
A Community Advisory Task Force is formed from local residents, educators, business owners, and civic leaders. Together they develop the Community Benefit Agreement.
Long-Term Partnership & Accountability
Once the CBA is established, we honor its commitments throughout construction and operation — and remain present and accountable to the community for decades.
Interested in participating or learning more?
Contact our community team. We will make sure you are notified when Task Force applications open and community meetings are scheduled.
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