Crittenden County Industrial Park Tract Sale

The Crittenden County Economic Development Corporation (CCEDC) has sold 11.1 acres of Industrial Park North to JKMK Properties, LLC, aiming to generate quality, high-paying jobs and investment for Crittenden County.
 
CCEDC Board Chairman Chris Cook discussed the sale of the tract.  “CCEDC is excited to have our first commercial property owner in Industrial Park North. We look forward to the plans that JKMK Properties, LLC has for this tract of land and the opportunities that they will afford our community. This transaction also allows CCEDC to continue reducing the debt associated with the initial purchase of this property through the Kentucky Economic Development Finance Authority (KEDFA).”
 
This tract was sold for $5,500 per acre. After this sale, over 9 acres of developable property (currently surveyed as two tracts) remains in the industrial park.
 
Crittenden County Judge Executive Perry Newcom expressed his gratitude for the purchase of the industrial park site.
 
“As Crittenden County Judge Executive, I want to take this opportunity to thank our Economic Development partners for their work on facilitating a recent sale of property in Industrial Park North. I also thank Kent and Mindy Withrow for purchasing the property and committing to the continued growth and improvement of our community. On behalf of all our community, I look forward to seeing the development of an industrial concern as planned for the property recently purchased as quickly as possible.”
 
Kent Withrow of JKMK Properties, LLC commented on the acquisition of the site.
 
“At Allied Contracting Group headquartered in Madisonville, Kentucky our commitment extends beyond the scope of construction: we are dedicated to revitalizing and growing the community of Marion, Kentucky. Our primary goal for this property is to generate sustainable economic development within Marion, whether by partnering with a business looking to establish a presence here or by developing a new enterprise ourselves that directly supports the construction industry.
 
My wife and I have lived in Marion for over 20 years, and throughout that time, we’ve continually reinvested our income back into this community. Our roots are here, and so is our heart. We believe in Marion’s potential and have made it our mission to contribute to its future through meaningful, community-focused projects.
 
We have transformed the once-vacant Conrad’s Grocery building into Marion and Company a vibrant space designed to showcase local artisans, offer quality coffee and pastries, and celebrate the town’s unique character. In addition, we’ve reopened Crittenden County Collision after its closure, restoring a valuable service and providing jobs for local-residents.
 
These efforts are just the beginning. We’ve demonstrated our commitment to Marion and fully intend to continue building a stronger, more vibrant community.
 
We also recognize the challenges our residents face. Rising costs of transportation, fuel, and insurance make it increasingly difficult to seek employment in neighboring counties. On top of that, long daily commutes often up to two hours have pulled too many fathers, mothers, and caregivers away from their families.
 
I know this personally. As the owner of Allied Contracting Group, I’ve spent years commuting from Madisonville, sacrificing valuable time with my wife and son. My dream is to create something here in Marion that spares others from making the same sacrifice.
 
Our vision is to reverse these trends by creating sustainable, local job opportunities. By fostering industry growth, investing in local talent, by building new facilities or repurposing underutilized spaces, we aim to build a stronger, more self-sufficient Marion. With the right resources and collaboration, we believe this community can thrive again and we are proud to be part of that journey.”
 
The Lake Barkley Partnership leads economic development efforts for Crittenden, Caldwell, Livingston, and Lyon Counties.  Executive Director Garrett Clark commented on the sale.
 
“The sale of this tract in Industrial Park North helps to give our community the potential for a business attraction, creation, or expansion that will help to generate job opportunities and investment for the Crittenden County community.”
 

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