Three Area Nominees for ‘Business-Friendly City’

Burbank, Lancaster and Santa Clarita are finalists for the “Most Business-Friendly City” award by the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corp. The designation is part of the LAEDC’s annual Eddy Awards, which honor economic leadership in the county. All 88 Los Angeles County cities are considered for the best business category, which is based on a city’s priority on economic development, reasonable tax rates and the availability of economic incentives. The LAEDC pointed to Burbank’s various business entry and expansion programs, free wireless internet access in the downtown area and competitive tax rates; Lancaster’s pro-business City Council, fast track permit process and strong incentives; and the available land, high quality of life and expedited plan reviews in Santa Clarita. Other cities up for the award are El Segundo and Long Beach. The winner will be named Oct. 5.