Economic Development Council

The Washington County EDC helps businesses within Washington County grow and attract new businesses to our communities. We are a leadership organization, investing our communities' assets to grow and improve our prosperity and quality of life.

 

Washington County is proof that you can have the best of both worlds. Washington County is one of the few counties to successfully blend a rural quality of life with state-of-the-art business amenities. Progressive county and town governments have embraced one-stop permitting, property tax abatements and partial waiver of municipal tax on electrical energy. Within the City of Chipley is the Chipley Redevelopment Agency which offers low-cost loans and grants to qualifying businesses. Quality businesses and industries are welcome.

 

EDC Brochure

Over 20 years ago a group of dedicated local businesses decided that if the Washington County Chamber of Commerce was going to be successful in enhancing the economic growth of the county, more had to be done. This group of Chamber Members formed the first Economic Development Council with the idea that in addition to local government funding, private investment was necessary to assist with recruiting jobs, businesses and investment into our communities. These visionary leaders understood the concept that a rising tide raises all boats. Furthermore, they understood the most fundamental principal on economic development...failure to invest in the future of our economy is an investment in a failing future.

Today that vision continues with local businesses investing in our future through their contributions to the Economic Development Council. Like our forefathers, these business leaders know the importance of a strong economy, job creation and new business opportunities for our children. These leaders also know that without the investments of past generations, many of the job opportunities that exist in our communities today would not be so readily available. These leaders know that our Washington County to remain competitive in the future means that we must continually market ourselves and work diligently to assist our existing local businesses to grow and expand.

 

Platinum Level

Any business or individual who contributes $3,000 or more is considered a Platinum Member.

This level of membership will receive:

1. A half page ad in the Washington County News acknowledging their investment
2. A plaque recognizing the Member Investment contribution
3. Participate as a sponsor of a Chamber Membership Luncheon
4. Receive an invitation to all bi-annual EDC meetings
5. Recognition in every issue of the Washington County Business Advocate and
6. A seat on the EDC as an Advisory Member (non-voting)

 

Gold Level

Any business or individual who contributes $1,000 to $2,999 is considered a Gold Member.

This level of membership will receive:

1. A quarter page ad in the Washington County News recognizing their investment
2. A plaque recognizing their Member Investment contribution
3. Recognition in every issue of the Washington County Business Advocate
4. Receive an invitation to the bi-annual meetings and
5. A seat on the EDC as an Advisory Member (non-voting)

 

Silver Level

Any business or individual who contributes $500 to $999 is considered a Silver Sponsor.

This level of membership will receive:

1. Recognition in every issue of the Washington County News Business Advocate
2. A plaque recognizing their Member Investment contribution
3. An invitation to the bi-annual meetings and
4. A seat on the EDC as an Advisory Member (non-voting)

 

Bronze Level

Any business or individual who contributes $100 to $499 is considered a Bronze Sponsor.

This level of membership will receive:

1. A Certificate of Appreciation presented at a Chamber Membership Luncheon
2. Recognition in every issue of the Washington County Business Advocate and
3. A seat on the EDC as an Advisory Member (non-voting)