South Dakota Governor Dennis Daugaard openly identifies that his administration
is actively looking to lure companies out of California.  Apparently in an
upcoming trip in December to attend the Western Governor’s Conference in Palm
Springs, he will also take the time to go to speak with nearly 60 business
executives in San Diego county to discuss South Dakota’s tax advantages, such
as the lack of corporate and personal income taxes.   According to a news
article in the San Diego county-based North County Times, he will specifically
talk with the motor vehicle brake systems manufacturer, PureForge (a start-up
company) in relocating.  Recall that Idaho was successful years ago in relocating
Buck Knives from San Diego County. 

Recommendation: Ensure a great business retention program and no more Western
Governor’s Conferences in California. And to all those considering relocatiing, don’t
forget the harsh Dakota winters.