Walker County's $100 Million HDCI Career Tech Center Delayed Until After Labor Day
The Drummond Center for Innovation (HDCI) in Walker County represents a $100 million investment in workforce development. Delayed until after Labor Day, this facility aims to enhance career and technical education for local high school students.
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The Drummond Center for Innovation (HDCI) will open in Walker County's industrial park after Labor Day due to construction delays. This 125,000-120,000 sq. ft. facility, costing $100 million, aims to serve approximately 900 students with 100 faculty members, focusing on fields like advanced manufacturing, construction trades, and robotics.
The project is funded through federal and state grants, and local contributions, including $1 million from Jasper and a $500,000 challenge grant from the Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham. The HDCI seeks to establish career pathways for students, fostering long-term regional economic growth and retaining local talent.
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