Brian Moody, Director

Douglas County Economic Development, Inc.

214 N Main St

Tuscola, IL 61953

(217) 253-2552

(217) 369-0940

brian.moody@tuscola.org

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Investors of the Douglas County EDC support the mission of recruiting and retaining business in and around Douglas County.   Contact us to become an investor!

Douglas County Economic Development, Inc. (DCEDC) exists for the civic purpose to promote and encourage expansion and retention of business and industry within the area of Douglas County, Illinois; provide guidance and advice to business, local government and community groups regarding economic and community development activities; provide coordination of local and state resources to existing business; provide prospects with building and site information and assist in securing resources necessary for economic development.

DCEDC is a partnership of private and public contributors. The City of Tuscola provides office space and staff support as a DCEDC public contributor. As investors in this organization, contributors endow a broad based local effort to enhance economic development activities in Arcola, Tuscola, Villa Grove and Douglas County. The DCEDC board of directors employs an Executive Director to accomplish its objectives. The organization receives various assistance and advice through contracting with area engineering, legal, title and real estate resources. The organization’s budget is supplemented by aggressive pursuit of local, state and federal grants and funding.

DCEDC promotes communication between a wide variety of local and regional community groups, civic organizations and the business community. The organization encourages unity in marketing and promotion for the community and active cooperation between all community partners. DCEDC frequently offers presentations for local civic organizations on new projects and activities to further increase communication to the surrounding community about the importance of economic development efforts.

DCEDC works with local entrepreneurs, developers, industry officials and interested parties providing opportunities to promote retention and business expansion, as well as pursue new development opportunities. Together we work towards overall enhancement of the community and the area’s business climate. DCEDC looks to create synergy from building relationships with existing industry and utilities, local officials and new prospects. DCEDC has partnered with these groups to focus on the attraction of industry which provides sustainable benefits to existing business and industry.

DCEDC provides resources for new businesses and prospects conducting research and due diligence on potential sites. Assisting in the identification of resources at the local, state and federal level in order to assist existing and prospective businesses is a significant role filled by DCEDC. The organization serves as an advocate for businesses and individuals with local government processes and requirements.

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