The Economic Development Corporation of Jackson County
The Economic Development Corporation of Jackson County (EDC) was incorporated in 1977. The EDC serves as Jackson County’s economic development agency. Their purpose is to bring quality jobs and new investment to the county and help existing businesses succeed.
The EDC manages two financial incentive programs; 1) The Revolving Loan Fund Program and 2) The Industrial Development Revenue Bond Program.
Revolving Loan Fund Program Information
Revolving Loan Fund Application with attachments
Industrial Development Revenue Bond Information
Recent Success Stories
Full Spectrum Solutions
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October 1, 2010
Goals and Plan of Action for 2010
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Purpose
The Economic Development Corporation of Jackson County (EDC) serves as Jackson County’s economic development agency. The purpose of The EDC is to bring quality jobs and new investment to the County, and help existing businesses succeed.
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Goals 2011
- Call on 100-125 manufacturers to discuss tools;
- Call on at least two professional organizations to discuss tools to assist businesses;
- Make loans from RLF as funds allow;
- Induce one Tax-Exempt IDRB totaling at least $4 million;
- Utilize EDC tools to fill available land in Jackson County’s Renaissance Zones and Industrial Parks;
- Develop marketing efforts to aggressively attract new businesses into Jackson County;
- Improve EDC recognition and marketing through the EG website and newsletters;
- Improve community relations with community organizations; and
- Support the Jackson Technology Park SmartZoneSM status for the community and potentially participate financially, if possible.