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Urban Vitality Job Creation Pilot Program

The Urban Vitality Job Creation Pilot Program is a locally-based program designed to spur job creation, encourage employment stability, and promote economic vitality in the Promise Zone area. If you are a small business in or relocating to this area that plans to hire new employees in 2018, you may be eligible to participate in this program.

To read the program description and eligibility guidelines, click the link below:

Urban Vitality Job Creation Pilot Program

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