Progress Program Archives

February 24, 2022 Torrington, WY --- Goshen Economic Development utilizing ¼ cent sales tax for economic development awarded funding to Diversified Services, Inc (DSI). The funding was used to purchase and install a new fire alarm system. DSI’s old system was riddled with issues, a new system was necessary for state compliance. DSI is a staple in the community with 44 employees that reside in Goshen County. Goshen Economic Development is happy to help our local non-profits like DSI, improve their facilities and keep their clients and employees safe. Goshen Economic Development – which includes Economic Development, the Goshen [...]

February 23, 2022 Torrington, WY --- Goshen Economic Development utilizing ¼ cent sales tax for economic development funds to help the Town of Lingle purchase a new Stryker stretcher for the Lingle Volunteer Fire Department and EMS. A new stretcher was needed as the old stretcher was 21 years old, worn, and uncomfortable for patients. The new stretcher has numerous features like hydraulic ran rise and drop, compatible with a 36” deck height vehicle, an oxygen bottle holder, steering lock and will make it easier to load and unload patients. This project not only benefits Lingle, but other Goshen [...]

January 2022 Over the years, Goshen Economic Development has enjoyed strong support from local businesses and industries, city government, and most importantly, the wonderful citizens of Goshen County. Thanks to continued voter approval of the ¼ penny sales tax (which funds our Progress Program), we’ve been able to invest $1.2 million in Goshen County businesses, non-profits, and municipalities! What do those investments look like, you might ask? Let’s take a look at the projects we consider our “greatest hits,” from the inception of the ¼ penny sales tax to now. Goshen Economic Development’s Greatest Hits Helping local businesses start [...]