Building a Brighter Future for Montgomery County

Created in 2004, the non-profit mission of the Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation is to increase the economic standard of living and quality of life in Montgomery County by providing educational opportunities and additional support to the general public and businesses.
It’s true - Located in South-Central Illinois, Montgomery County offers room to live and work right in the heartland of America. With thirty-eight cities and villages, and plenty of agri-business in between, we naturally take a regional view of our many attributes. We border with seven neighboring counties. Interstate 55 runs along much of our western side, enabling easy north and south access to Springfield and St. Louis.

Brighter Future

By investing our own dollars and volunteer time in making the corporation a reality, we have committed to shaping a brighter economic future for Montgomery County. We will actively seek to understand problems and opportunities and implement solutions when possible.

Unity

This is the first effort to develop and to implement a countywide plan to reverse the negative local trends. As part of this effort, the corporation staff and board will work with the county board, communities, businesses, industry, schools, churches, individuals, and other groups.

Infrastructure

Improving infrastructure is a high priority for the corporation. Components such as wireless phone access, high-speed internet access, and reliable water supplies need to be expanded to support this century’s business opportunities and residential demands. A growing economy also affords more tax dollars for maintaining and enhancing existing road, sewer, police protection, emergency services, legal, and utility infrastructure.

Leadership

This Corporation will serve as the “one-stop-shop” for prospective business and industry operators. An active and diverse board of directors – elected by their peers to serve on the board – will govern the corporation. Professional staff and rotating term limits for directors will ensure continuity between generations of local leaders.

Development

The Corporation will guide the continual process of development. In the short-term, it will play matchmaker between available workforce and sites, and prospects. Meanwhile, local governments can focus on policies that encourage growth. Over time, the corporation’s work will improve the quality of key features that businesses and residents seek in a location.

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How We are Serving

Welcome to Montgomery County, where MCEDC is dedicated to fostering a vibrant community. Stay informed with our latest data on economic and social trends, and join us in creating a welcoming environment for businesses and residents alike. Let's build a thriving future together!