Who Is The EDC?
The EDC acts as a connecting organization
that pulls togther and coordinates the
regions many and diverse interests,
organizations and constituents to ensure
that opportunities for econimic growth are
achieved.
What Do We Do?
The EDC establishes the critical link between local government(s) and the business community. The primary
advantage of a public/private model is that the private sector involvement is expanded, thus gaining the expertise, knowledge, energy, resources, and the "buy-in" of the business community. The role of the EDC is to ensure that the private and public partners together are given a substantive position in determining our county's economic future.
Mission
The Economic Development Council of Tillamook County works to strengthen and grow the economy of Tillamook County.
Vision
The Economic Development Council of Tillamook County works together with public and private partners to attract new businesses, grow and retain existing businesses, and support entrepreneurship and Innovation.
Accomplishments
Operate Revolving Loan Fund (loans to Tillamook County small businesses) 21 in last 5 years $325,601
Tillamook Early Childcare and Education Advisory member
Attend Col-Pac and Northwest ACT Meetings (Regional EDD) and participate in CEDS
Board Member for Northwest Oregon Workforce Board
SBDC Advisory Committee
Tillamook CHNA/Wellness member
Spanish translation for EDC partners
