The Economic Development Corporation of Jefferson County (EDC) is the lead professional business assistance organization in Jefferson County, Missouri.  The EDC is a not-for-profit, public corporation providing a full range of services to help meet growing business’ needs in the County.  The EDC serves as the umbrella agency for the Industrial Development Authority of Jefferson County (IDA), which issues Industrial Revenue Bonds for the County and is the contracted administrator for the Jefferson County Entitlement Programs (CDBG).

We maintain a storehouse of information designed to help your business grow and expand.  The EDC and its professional staff coordinate with County and local officials, business leaders, bankers and an extended network of economic resources to meet the needs of its clients.

For its residents, Jefferson County and its numerous municipalities offer ample opportunities to live, work and play in one of the fastest growing Counties in the Greater St. Louis Metropolitan Region.  Conveniently located just a short 20 minutes south of St. Louis, Jefferson County offers endless entertainment and recreational opportunities both within or adjacent to the County.  Some of these activities include world class theaters; various recreational opportunities include biking, hiking, or numerous nature trails. Visit museums, attend a variety of professional and semi-professional sporting events, explore historical sites, or spend a day at a major amusement park. The possibilities are limitless.

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