Elgin’s Economic Development News
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Get to Know Local Elgin Businesses!
Apr 25 2024“Here at the Elgin Economic Development Corporation (EEDC), the staff is dedicated to showcasing the many area businesses and our city’s talented workforce. We have compiled several video testimonials from several businesses that are located here in Elgin, TX. Our goal is to help site selectors and business owners looking...
The #1 Resource for Elgin Business News is Here!
Apr 18 2024“Here at the Elgin Economic Development Corporation (EEDC), we are dedicated to keeping everyone up-to-date on essential business and economic development news. One major way the EEDC’s staff accomplishes this goal is by creating a comprehensive news and media section on the EEDC website. Viewers can visit this section to...
Elgin is an Ideal Location for Doing Business!
Apr 11 2024“Businesses that have chosen to locate in Elgin, TX, have discovered that the city is perfectly situated for growth and success! Elgin is located in the Texas Triangle, which is one of the fastest-growing regions in the country. The city offers unique location advantages to businesses large and small. Located...
“Elgin’s Business Park III is the ideal location for doing business! The park, located just off US-290, consists of shovel-ready prime commercial land in plots ranging from 2 to 40 acres. The park is designated as a Triple Freeport Zone and an Opportunity Zone. Elgin also has a fast-track 90-day...
Elgin Businesses Benefit from Incentives!
Mar 28 2024“The Elgin Economic Development Corporation (EEDC) is dedicated to incentivizing economic development here in Elgin, TX. Businesses operating, expanding, or relocating in Elgin can access several incentives and financing options. Here in Elgin, we believe that every project is unique. The staff at the EEDC is here to help business...
“The City of Elgin, TX, is proud to be home to Jack’s Werkspace, a co-working space where any of our residents can go to do business. People can purchase access to this co-working space through various membership levels. We are proud to call Jack’s Werkspace the first and only co-working...
Elgin’s Historic Downtown is Open for Business!
Mar 14 2024“One of the many charms of living and visiting Elgin, TX, is its historic downtown area, a perfect location for thriving businesses. Elgin is known as a Texas Main Street City, and the Elgin Economic Development Corporation (EEDC) is dedicated to revitalizing the heart of this community. Landmark buildings are...
“Businesses across various industries operate successfully here in Elgin, TX. The city is located amid the Texas Triangle, one of the fastest-growing regions in the United States. Companies also benefit from the city’s large, talented workforce, a positive business environment, and world-class infrastructure. No matter what industry your business is...
Elgin’s first “in-city” MUD
Mar 6 2024Municipal Utility District annexes land, more homes, retail, and roadway improvements One of Elgin’s unique, upcoming Municipal Utility Districts is scheduled to grow a bit bigger. The Briarwood MUD is currently in its first phase of development near Neidig Elementary School. It is the municipality’s first and only “in-city” MUD,...
Governor Greg Abbott today celebrated Texas winning Site Selection magazine's Governor's Cup for an unprecedented 12th consecutive year and 20th win overall at a press conference at the Governor's Mansion in Austin. With records unmatched by any other state, this latest win recognizes Texas as the No. 1 state for...
The parks keep coming
Feb 28 2024Morris Memorial Park finally received its proper dedication, Feb. 24, after several weather delays, resetting focus onto Elgin’s other upcoming open-space renovations. The third attempt at celebrating the new playground saw city officials, park representatives, and plenty of Elgin’s youth come out to enjoy the grounds and recognize all of...
Public-private partnerships (P3s) are vital to a community’s growth. Collaboration between the public and private sectors fosters development projects that result in creating or retaining jobs as well as adding to the tax base of a community.Land development isn’t the only benefit to these partnerships, most communities have dedicated staff...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMonday, December 4, 2023For more information, contact:Audrey AndersonWebsite Developed in Collaboration with Golden Shovel AgencyELGIN, TX -- Elgin Economic Development Corporation (EDC) proudly introduces its newly launched website, crafted in partnership with the renowned Golden Shovel Agency. The user-friendly platform, accessible at https://www.elginedc.com/, serves as a comprehensive resource...
Former Austin manufacturer relocates to Elgin
Aug 10 2023ELGIN, Texas (KXAN) — A family-owned manufacturer previously based in Austin has set up shop in a new facility in Elgin.Carr Lane Manufacturing specializes in precision tools and materials used for aerospace and automotive uses, among others. Now, it’ll be the inaugural company to launch in Elgin Business Park, a...
After nearly 40 years with the Walton and Nash families, the torch for the Elgin Christmas Tree Farm has been passed to its new owners.In a nutshellDamian and Leia Prause took over the tree farm in April. Leia said the decision was made after Twyla Nash—the former owner and eldest...