Welcome to Ozark
Ozark-Dale County
Economic Development Corporation
Office Hours: 8-5 M-F
3247 Hwy 231 South
(Inside the Ozark Airport Blackwell Field)
Ozark, AL 36360
334-443-2000
Email: info@odedc.com
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A great place to live, play and build a business, Ozark boasts a diversified economy, mild winter weather and a location convenient to several of the south's metropolitan areas. Complementing the city's inviting business climate and tax structure is a workforce equipped with career training from Ozark's educational institutions and those within commuting distance.
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Doing Business in Ozark - Click here for information on starting a business and obtaining a business license.
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Community Information - Click here for statistical and demographic information of Ozark.
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Available Buildings & Sites - Local, regional, and national businesses looking to make Ozark your new home - Click here for more information.
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Ozark Technology Center & East Gate Business Park - Where business begins and industry grows in Southeast Alabama. Click here for more information on starting your small business with us.
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Economic Development Links:
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Ozark-Dale County Economic Development Corporation - (ODEDC) is a non-profit 501c6 organization in Dale County, Alabama. ODEDC's mission is to promote and market the assets of Dale County for new industrial opportunities and assist our existing industries in retention and expansion.
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Economic Development Partnership of Alabama - EDPA is a private, non-profit organization committed to helping Alabama reach its full economic development potential.
The Economic Development Association of Alabama - EDAA is a membership-based organization focused on promoting economic growth in Alabama.
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Alabama Department of Commerce (MadeinAlabama.com) - Alabama's lead economic state-funded development agency.
VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT
WWW.ODEDC.COM
DOING BUSINESS IN OZARK
Doing Business in Ozark
City of Ozark Revenue Department - (334) 774-5262
Before soliciting business, conducting trade, or performing services within the city limits of the City of Ozark, a person or business must first obtain a valid City of Ozark Business License. It is imperative that one starts the application and approval process as far in advance of opening as possible. Licenses are based upon a calendar year - January 1st through December 31st and the license expires December 31st of each year, regardless of the date purchased.
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Office hours are between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, except holidays.
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For more information, please call (334) 774-5262 or e-mail revenue@ozarkal.gov.
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For more information concerning:
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Building Permits
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Inspection
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Planning Commission
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Board of Zoning and Adjustments
Population Ozark Dale County MSA
14,025 50,067 258,863
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Education
School Enrollment # Schools
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Public Schools (Ozark City)
PK - 12th Grade 1,886 4
Public Schools (Dale County)
PK through 12th Grade 3,191 7
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Wallace Community College 816 graduates
Enterprise State Community College 989 graduates
(Includes Alabama Aviation College)
Troy University 2,000 graduates
Source: Ozark City School files
Top 10 manufacturing empLoyers
in Dale County
OZARK TECHNOLOGY CENTER
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Mission Statement:
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To provide an environment that is conducive to the success and growth of new and expanding businesses, create regional job opportunities, and expand the regional economy.
Services:
Ozark Technology Center provides the following services:
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Flexible and affordable space for lease
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24-hour building access
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Loading and receiving dock
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Assistance with business planning and financing
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Use of the conference room
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Lighted, ample parking
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Professional support staff
Did you know...
Ozark was named the most Patriotic City in Alabama
Ozark is home to Fort Novosel, the "Home of Army Aviation."
Ozark is home to a renowned Aviation Training/Technical College.
Ozark was named one of the "top 25 places to retire in America" by Consumer Digest and a top Micropolitan City in the nation.
Ozark Technology Center
3269 US Highway 231 South, Ozark, Alabama 36360
Michelin North America
Trailer World Manufacturing
Motobilt/Anvil
Ecore
Quality Fab
E & H Steel Corporation
MAHA USA, Inc
Wayne Farms
Brittanie's Thyme
Brown Manufacturing
Automobile Tire Manufacturing
Utility & Heavy Equipment Trailers
Jeep Parts/Metal Fabrication
Rubber Flooring
Metal Fabrication
Structural Steel Fabrication
Heavy Duty Hydraulic Lifts
Grain
Organic Products
Farm Equipment
M1 Support Services
Michelin North America
Dale County Schools
Dale Medical Center
Commercial Jet
Ozark City Schools
Covan International, Inc.
Daleville City Schools
Wiregrass Construction
General Dynamics Tech (GDIT)
Aviation Maintenance
Tire Manufacturing
Education
Hospital
Aviation Maintenance
Education
Moving Company Headquarters & Distribution
Education
Asphalt/Construction
Information Technology/Aviation Simulation
The Staff at Ozark Technology Center is dedicated to providing exceptional service to the clients of the incubator.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the incubator staff for assistance. If you desire an application
or more information concerning the incubator, please contact the Ozark Dale County Economic Development Corporation at 334-443-2000 or info@odedc.com.
Mayor Mark Blankenship
Mayor
Advisory Board
The seven-member Advisory Board is appointed by the Ozark City Council and is made up of representatives throughout the seven-county region.
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Place 1: Scott Farmer - Representing Southeast AL Regional Planning & Development
Place 2: Brenda Simechak - Representing City Council / Ozark City Schools
Place 3: Dr. Carl Schauble - Vice President - Representing the Community
Place 4: Mike Brauer - President - Representing the Industrial Development Board
Place 5: Stan Smith - Representing the Colleges
Place 6: Sherry Chisholm - Representing the Business Community
Place 7: Steve McKinnon - Representing Dale County Commission
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Derek Dickens - Representing Ozark Economic Development Board
ODEDC President
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Ozark Technology Center Clients
Pray Aviation Flight Training
Matthew Pray
Suite #116 / #117
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Technical Testing Services
Jay Harbert
Bay #118
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VACANT
Bay #119 - 3,079 sq. ft.
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SetaTech
Bay #120 / Bay #121 / #126
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VACANT
Suite #123 - 149 sq. ft.
R.I.S.E. Reaching Individual Success Thru Empowerment
Suite #127
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VACANT
Suite #128 - 149 sq. ft.
National Guard Armory Recruiters​
Suite #129
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Alabama Career Center
Sylvester Thrash
Every Thursday 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Suite #130
Harpers Innovative Counseling @ Consulting Services, LLC
Veronica Harper
Suite #131
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