HEARTLAND HUB WITH GLOBAL REACH

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1 HEARTLAND HUB WITH GLOBAL REACH Patrick Robinson Vice President NorthPoint Development Eric N. Goodman Regional Manager Economic Development BNSF Railway John Rider Regional Manager Economic Development BNSF Railway Edgerton, KS logisticsparkkc.com

2 Kansas City: The Transportation Advantage The Kansas City Advantage Kansas City has long been a hub for transportation. Its growing economy, geographic location, business-friendly environment, low tax rate and developed and evolving infrastructure contribute to this well-deserved reputation. It all culminates with Kansas City being an attractive location for transportation and logistics operations. A business friendly Foreign Trade Zone program that can activate space in under 45 days Located at the intersection of four of the nation s major interstate highways (I-35, I-70, I-29, I-49) The Kansas City International Airport, which moves more air cargo each year than any air center in a six-state region Located on the largest navigable inland waterway (MO/MS River system) The heart of a rail corridor spanning coast-to-coast across the U.S. and extending from Canada to Mexico (NAFTA Railway) Multimodal Transportation = Flexibility Kansas City is a prime player in the emerging international trade corridor. Its access to the West Coast and East Coast via connectivity to the U.S. intermodal network provides for the efficient flow of goods. Kansas City s strategic location at the crossroads of highway and rail traffic enhances its position in the global marketplace. Air Kansas City is one of the lowest-cost air travel markets in the country. It is served by 10 major commercial airlines and their connection partners, with approximately 200 daily departures and nonstop service to more than 50 destinations. Highway No other city in the United States has more freeway-lane miles per capita than Kansas City. It is one of eight cities in the United States in which four interstates intersect. Kansas City s highway infrastructure includes: Four interstates (I-35, I-70, I-29 and I-49) Four interstate linkages (I-435, I-635, I-470 and I-670) Nine U.S. highways Rail Kansas City ranks first in U.S. freight volume by tonnage and has five Class I rail carriers, three regional lines and a local switching carrier (Kansas City Terminal) to serve the area.

3 Logistics Park Kansas City: A Leading Logistics Location Logistics Park Kansas City (LPKC) was designed specifically for distribution, warehouse, manufacturing and logistics oriented companies. LPKC can accommodate growth and deliver unrivaled speed-to-market: Served by the world s leading intermodal rail provider, BNSF Railway One of the only full-service intermodal facilities in the Western two-thirds of the United States offering: Domestic Intermodal Service Container, Trailer, Expedited and Standard Service Levels International Intermodal Service Direct-rail / Carload Service Perfectly positioned for efficient shipment of goods for import and export Home to Kansas City s largest-ever built spec building (nearly one million square feet) A strong, supply trained workforce 443 acres 500,000+ annual unit capacity 64,000 feet of track 1,810 paved parking slots 4,300 container stacking spaces 8 wide-span electric cranes LPKC Named One of America s Top Intermodal Facilities in 2016 by Global Trade Magazine Unsurpassed Connectivity Proximity to Major Markets 1200 MILES San Francisco San Diego 90 Seattle MILES 500 MILES Denver 35 KANSAS 25 Dallas 45 Houston Kansas City Chicago Boston New York From Kansas City, you can reach 80 percent of the United States in less than two days; 100 percent within three days.

4 LPKC: A Cost-Efficient Solution Boost Your Bottom Line Benefits of locating a Distribution Center or Warehouse at Logistics Park Kansas City: More than $100 million in public infrastructure investments substantially lower development costs Development of regional stormwater detention facilities allow additional building coverage Less land required for development, corresponding with lower lease rates Electric service provider offers an economic development rider that includes reduced power costs and extensions of power to the buildings at no cost to LPKC. Rebates of electric utility expenses accrue directly to tenants. An exemption from the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Phase II requirements lowers construction costs and increases development density, resulting in less land used per square foot of building. On-site recruitment and training assistance along with access to a strong available workforce Increase outbound capacity by clustering equipment and services Transportation Savings Transportation costs represent a significant portion of total distribution and logistics expenses. Locating at Logistics Park Kansas City can reduce your company s transportation costs by: Reducing the number of trucks and drivers needed Decreasing fuel consumption, emissions and exposure Substantially lower transportation costs by reducing drayage charges Access to heavy-haul corridors and 300 rail-served acres to combine domestic and international intermodal service with direct-rail / carload service

5 Foreign Trade Zone LPKC is a Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ). To accommodate international shippers, LPKC offers specifically designated areas considered to be outside the customs territory of the United States. The benefits of a FTZ include: Accelerated supply chain Reduced merchandise processing fees Duty savings Decreased inventory tax Direct-rail / Carload Services Certain properties within LPKC offer direct-rail / carload access for consistent, reliable and cost-effective service. This service allows access to the most efficient and fluid rail network in North America directly to / from your facility. Direct-rail / carload is excellent for multi-truck quantities of commodities since four truckloads can easily fit in a single railcar. Surrounding Support Services Logistics parks attract truckload carriers and other support facilities that enhance the overall long-term supply chain capabilities of an area. The service and support infrastructure developing near LPKC includes private container yard facilities (CY), other equipment / capacity staging areas and carrier support facilities like truck terminals, equipment repair facilities and cross-dock or transloading facilities. Transload Services Transload is the transfer of freight between modes, on behalf of non-rail-served shippers and / or receivers. It provides truck-like services without paying long-haul prices allowing companies not located on a rail line to ship via rail. At LPKC, BNSF partners with a network of premier transloaders who offer convenient, flexible and economical services. Companies who locate within LPKC are eligible for a competitive 10-year property tax abatement from the City or Edgerton.

6 Infrastructure Surrounding LPKC Tenants at LPKC enjoy immediate access to well-planned and long-term infrastructure that can accommodate growth for many years to come. Pre-planning by BNSF and its development partners, along with the Kansas Department of Transportation, Johnson County and the City of Edgerton, has positioned LPKC as a leading location offering: Double Diverging Diamond Interchange at Homestead Lane To ease traffic congestion and provide the most efficient way to enter and exit LPKC, the Double Diverging Diamond Interchange at Homestead Lane allows for quicker turns, improved traffic flow and convenient access to and from I-35, which is less than one mile from the gates of LPKC. Expansion of this key corridor to four lanes from I-35 to 191st Street improves access to LPKC. Heavy-haul Corridors More than 1.5 miles are designated as a heavy-haul corridor along 191st Street between Waverly and Four Corners Roads and along Waverly Road, north of 191st. This allows shippers to move heavyweight containers between the LPKC Intermodal Facility and their facility within the LPKC Business Park with a permit. Access to heavy-haul corridors is an extremely attractive feature, especially for agri-business exports. Waverly Road Bridge BNSF has invested approximately $250 million in LPKC and the surrounding infrastructure. Now LPKC tenants can access property on Waverly Road south of 191st Street and 300+ acres north of 183rd Street, which can accommodate 3.4 million additional square feet of rail-served facilities at LPKC. BNSF has also constructed an industrial lead track to serve this area, known as North Park at LPKC. Upgraded and Sustainable Infrastructure Along with the transportation infrastructure projects, the City of Edgerton has made every effort to build sustainable infrastructure to meet tenants needs including a newly constructed wastewater treatment facility and water tower for fire protection and additional storage. MORE THAN MILES OF NEW CONCRETE ROADWAY HAS BEEN POURED TO SUPPORT LPKC.

7 Workforce LPKC is located in the Southwest Johnson County Kansas community of Edgerton which is approximately 30 minutes from downtown Kansas City, Missouri. While the population of Edgerton is approximately 1,600 people, Johnson County is a major employment engine in the southern part of the Kansas City metro area. With more than 550,000 residents, Johnson County Kansas is the second largest county in the Kansas City metro and a great place to find quality employees. A diligent, Midwestern work ethic and access to education are abundant, so companies evaluating LPKC as a location for warehouses or distribution facilities can be assured the workforce in the surrounding cities, counties and states can accommodate the labor pool needs. Supply Chain Trained The Learning & Career Center (LCC) at LPKC is a collaborative effort between private industry, educational institutions, community and workforce partners. It is: Focused on developing a highly trained workforce for the supply chain and logistics industry in and around LPKC A preeminent example of education and industry working together to prepare individuals for a career path in warehousing and distribution operations A proactive step toward ensuring a well-qualified labor force well into the future

8 Community & Regional Advantages The City of Edgerton, KS The City of Edgerton is located in the southwest corner of one of the most affluent counties in the country, Johnson County (county code JO), which is located in northeast Kansas, the central part of the United States. Edgerton has a population of 1,671 and is part of the Kansas City Metropolitan Area (MSA). BREAK 120 DAYS GROUND! OR LESS APPLICATION PRELIMINARY PLAT FINAL PLAT SITE PLAN BREAK GROUND To learn more about why the City of Edgerton is perfectly positioned for your retail fulfillment,warehousing and distribution facilities, please contact: info@elevateedgerton.com Kansas is Pro-Business With a population of just over 2.9 million, Kansas packs a heavy economic punch. A proactive legislative and regulatory environment and major advantages in costs, taxes, skilled workforce and major transportation assets have combined to make the Sunflower State a haven for investment and innovation. The state has built a diverse industry base that includes bioscience, animal health, energy technology, aviation, advanced manufacturing and agriculture. As a right-to-work state, compulsory union membership is prohibited Being e-commerce sales tax safe is attractive for internet fulfillment centers, and unique in the Midwest and to other BNSF Logistics Parks All merchants and manufacturers inventories are exempt from property taxes Workers compensation premium rates are low 7th lowest in the nation, which can significantly reduce costs for employers Commercial and industrial machinery and equipment is exempt from state and local property tax Competitive financial incentives Low operating costs and low cost of living Business-friendly policies Leaders who know business Highly skilled and educated workforce Excellent transportation corridors