While manufacturing is flat or declining elsewhere, its growth continues at a steady pace in Greater Louisville, spurred by Ford Motor Co.'s expansion of its Kentucky Truck Plant in eastern Jefferson County. When completed, the expanded Kentucky Truck Plant is expected to become the largest auto plant in the world. Other sectors are thriving in Greater Louisville's burgeoning business climate. Also during 1999, Churchill Downs purchased Calder Race Course and Hollywood Park, increasing its dominance in Thoroughbred racing. Additionally, area businesses and industries take advantage of Greater Louisville's reliable economic history and promising outlook.
Expansions are under way at smaller companies as well.
Businesses and families have steadily chosen Greater Louisville as their home, increasing the area's population by more than 6 percent since 1990, according to University of Louisville research. This growth is projected to continue for the next two decades. The following organizations specialize in economic development and business issues. Kentuckiana Minority Supplier Development Council 600 W. Main St., Ste. KentuckianaWorks 410 W. Chestnut St., Fl.