Evergreen Cooperative Laundry (ECL) is expanding its facilities in the Glenville neighborhood through the acquisition of eight vacant lots next to the existing facility, and the construction of a 5,000 square foot building. The expansion will create 10 to 15 new full-time jobs at ECL. There are currently 210 ECL employees who receive annual distributions averaging $9,000-$10,000 per employee-owner.
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