DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) – Dothan is receiving $3.5 million to improve the Westgate Super Site as part of a statewide effort to attract new industries, business expansions and future jobs.
According to Gov. Kay Ivey’s office, the funding was announced Friday, Oct. 30, as part of more than $9.3 million awarded through the Growing Alabama program to improve five industrial sites across the state.
Dothan received the largest individual award among the five projects.
The $3.5 million will go to the Industrial Development Board of the City of Dothan for site work and public infrastructure improvements at the Westgate Super Site.
The improvements are intended to make the property more attractive to companies considering Alabama for new facilities or business expansions.
“Through the Growing Alabama program, we are making strategic investments in industrial sites across our state so communities are better prepared to compete for new industries and future expansions,” said Ivey. “Alabama is continuing to build on its reputation as a place where businesses can grow, invest and create good-paying jobs.”
The Growing Alabama Tax Credit program uses private contributions to help improve publicly owned properties for economic development. Donors receive tax credits equal to their contributions to approved economic development organizations.
Alabama Commerce Secretary Ellen McNair said the funding will help communities, including Dothan, prepare for future economic opportunities.
“These improvements will help position Aliceville, Dothan, Guntersville, Pell City and Walker County to attract new opportunities, strengthen local economies and create a brighter future for Alabama families,” said McNair. “When we invest in site readiness today, we’re laying the groundwork for tomorrow’s jobs and economic growth.”
In addition to Dothan, the latest awards include $2.2 million for Aliceville Industrial Park, $611,162 for Conners Island Business Park in Guntersville, $1 million for Cogswell Industrial Park in Pell City and $2.1 million for Heritage Industrial Park in Walker County.
According to the governor’s office, more than $29 million is available through Growing Alabama in 2026. Ivey previously announced approximately $20 million in awards in May.
State officials said more than 35% of the program’s funding this year has gone to targeted counties in rural Alabama.
The funding represents another investment in Dothan’s efforts to prepare industrial property for future development and compete for new businesses and jobs.
