MSI Airport Industrial Park:
A Strategic Investment in Morrisville’s Future
The MSI Airport Industrial Park is a planned industrial development near the Morrisville–Stowe Airport designed to support long-term economic growth in Lamoille County.
More than a commercial development, the project represents a thoughtful investment in the region’s future — creating space for businesses to grow, generating jobs, and strengthening the local tax base while aligning with regional planning and environmental goals.
The site has already been designated for industrial use by the Town of Morristown, recognizing the need for appropriate locations where manufacturing, logistics, and technology businesses can expand.
Development of the park will occur in phases, ensuring infrastructure grows responsibly alongside community needs.
Community Q&A
Why is an industrial park being developed here?
Regional planning has identified the lack of permitted industrial land in Lamoille County as a major barrier to economic development. Without suitable sites for expansion, local companies often face the difficult choice of relocating outside the region. The MSI Airport Industrial Park helps address this challenge by creating ready-to-develop sites for businesses, supporting both local expansion and new investment in the region.
What benefits will this project bring?
The industrial park is expected to support the community by:
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Creating local employment opportunities
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Supporting business growth and entrepreneurship
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Increasing municipal tax revenue
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Strengthening the regional economy
Industrial parks have historically played a key role in Morrisville’s economic success. Companies such as Concept2 and Turtle Fur grew and flourished in the town’s original industrial park developed in the 1970s. The MSI Airport Industrial Park continues this tradition by creating space for the next generation of Vermont businesses.
Why does the project involve removing rock from the site?
A rock outcrop located within the development area must be removed in order to create level building sites and infrastructure.
Instead of trucking in aggregate from distant quarries, the project will process rock already located on the site and reuse it for construction of roads and infrastructure.
This approach significantly reduces:
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Truck traffic
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Diesel emissions
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Transportation impacts on local roads
What about silica dust concerns?
Silica occurs naturally in bedrock throughout Vermont, including the Morrisville area. Nearby gravel pits and natural outcrops contain similar geological formations and silica content.
While occupational exposure to silica dust can pose risks in close-proximity work environments, construction and processing operations must follow strict environmental regulations and monitoring standards to ensure public safety.
How will air quality be monitored?
The project includes a real-time air monitoring program that measures:
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PM10 and PM2.5 particulate matter
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Respirable crystalline silica
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Nitrogen dioxide (NO₂)
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Ozone (O₃)
Monitoring stations will be located along the project boundary and within the site, providing continuous air quality data. If monitoring data approaches regulatory limits, alerts allow operators to immediately implement corrective measures.
Air Quality & Dust Suppression
Air quality protection is a central component of the project.
A comprehensive dust suppression plan will be implemented during rock extraction and processing activities.
Key measures include:
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Wet suppression systems at crushers and conveyors
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Watering rock surfaces prior to blasting
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Water trucks to suppress dust on roads and stockpiles
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Paving portions of access roads to reduce road dust
These controls are designed to significantly reduce airborne dust and are commonly used in responsible aggregate processing operations.
The project also includes continuous environmental monitoring, providing real-time data on air quality conditions around the site.
Compared with many similar operations in Vermont, the MSI Airport Industrial Park includes additional monitoring and dust control measures beyond typical requirements.
Town Planning & Regional Alignment
The location of the MSI Airport Industrial Park reflects long-standing planning decisions by the Town of Morristown and regional planning organizations.
The property was designated for industrial development in order to direct business growth to appropriate locations rather than spreading development across rural landscapes.
The project aligns directly with the Lamoille County Regional Plan, which identifies the lack of industrial sites as a major constraint on economic development in the region.
By creating permitted industrial sites, the project supports responsible growth while protecting surrounding agricultural and natural lands.
Economic Benefits to the Community
Industrial and commercial development helps expand the local tax base, supporting public services such as schools, roads, and emergency response while reducing pressure on residential taxpayers.
The MSI Airport Industrial Park is expected to support:
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job creation
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business growth
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long-term economic stability in Lamoille County.
Using on-site construction materials also reduces truck traffic and transportation emissions that would otherwise occur if materials had to be hauled from distant quarries
Environmental Stewardship
Environmental responsibility has been integrated into the project design.
Wetland Restoration
The development includes voluntary environmental improvements, including:
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2.25 acres of wetland restoration
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5.54 acres of wetland buffer restoration
These efforts will help improve water quality, support wildlife habitat, and strengthen ecological resilience.
Tree Plantings
The project includes 365 new trees and landscape plantings, contributing to long-term ecological value and improving site aesthetics.
Water Infrastructure & Emergency Services
Infrastructure improvements associated with the project will also enhance community safety, including:
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Public water supply access
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Fire protection infrastructure
A Stagecoach Road emergency truck fill station for emergency responders.
Future Business Opportunities
The MSI Airport Industrial Park is designed to support a diverse mix of industries aligned with the region’s evolving economy. Potential industries include:
Manufacturing & Technology
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Precision manufacturing
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Clean energy technology
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Aerospace manufacturing
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Technology and software companies
Aviation & Aerospace
The site’s proximity to the Morrisville–Stowe Airport makes it well suited for aviation-related businesses such as:
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Aircraft maintenance and repair
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Flight schools and aviation training
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Drone and aerospace research
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Aviation logistics and support services
Logistics & Distribution
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Warehousing and fulfillment operations
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Cargo logistics and distribution
Community-Oriented Businesses
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Childcare facilities
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Indoor recreation and wellness
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Food and beverage production
A Long-Term Investment in Morrisville
The MSI Airport Industrial Park represents a forward-looking investment in the future of Morrisville and Lamoille County.
By combining responsible environmental planning, strategic land use, and economic opportunity, the project supports a vision for growth that benefits businesses, workers, and the broader community for decades to come.
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