One of Imperial’s major construction projects started in late 2019 includes a new plant and new office/warehouse for Nutrien Ag Solutions on East Highway 6. Work was underway last week on the concrete forms. (Johnson Publications photo)
The Chase County Veterans Memorial is under construction at the courthouse lawn, and will be completed in 2020. (Johnson Publications photo)
Businesses continue new investment in Imperial
This past year saw the completion of a new $3.9 million building for Farm Credit Services of America and permits for another $3.6 million, signaling that Imperial continues to move forward.
Farm Credit Services moved into their new facility in 2019, which is located in the Cornerstone development.
Of the $3.6 million in permits this year, commercial construction accounts for $3.14 million. Two major projects began near the end of the year and will be completed in 2020.
The first includes a new plant and warehouse/offices at Nutrien Ag Solutions, located at the southeast edge of Imperial.
Hill’s Family Foods has started work on their store that includes a new shell over the building and expanded square footage.
In addition, Gigabit, LLC has started construction of a fiber optics network to bring high-speed internet, TV and phone services to residential and business customers in the city of Imperial.
The $1.8 million network will be operated by ALLO Communications, based in Imperial, and will become operational this spring.
Simon Brothers Roofing has opened a new office in the Valley Pro building at 639 East 12th.
The Crazy Cow Cafe has opened at the Imperial Auction Market during their Tuesday sales.
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