Location, location, location – the phrase is well-known in real estate AND in economic development. Missouri is in a great geographic position with its location in the center of the United States. This can be an advantage in certain economic development projects. We are rich in many transportation resources including rivers, rail, highways, airports, and river ports. However, our transportation infrastructure is struggling. Within 500 miles of the state of Missouri is 43% of the U.S. population,