EDCKC’s LCRA has approved five projects for financial support, paving the way for new economic opportunity. The Economic Development Corporation of Kansas City (EDCKC) is proud to announce that the … Read More
Industrial Development Insights from Local Leader
We asked Nick Jones, President of Kansas City, MO-based industrial development company, Jones Development, to share his insights about the industry. Are there any industrial development-specific trends across the country … Read More
IDA Grant Finalizes Blue River Corridor Pilot Project Funding
Final funding was recently received via an Industrial Development Authority (IDA) grant, which will enable EDC and partners to complete the second phase of pilot projects in the Blue River … Read More
August Office Hours in Your Area
If you’re interested in a business expansion, building development or rehabilitation project, property tax abatement for homeowners, or commercial and multifamily property owners, among other services available through the EDCKC, … Read More
Touring the Potential of the Blue River Valley
The EDCKC team had the opportunity this month to do a tour and working session with Mayor Lucas and other civic leaders, focused on the Blue River Valley, one of our … Read More
Santa Fe Area Council Urban Renewal Area Created
The Santa Fe Area Council and the City of Kansas City worked with the Land Clearance for Redevelopment Authority (LCRA) to create the Santa Fe Area Council Urban Renewal Plan. … Read More
Blue River Ecodustrial Corridor Multimodal Improvement Study
As Kansas City, Missouri looks for opportunities to grow, both in terms of revenue and quality job creation, the Blue River Ecodustrial Corridor (also known as the Blue River Valley) … Read More
EDCKC Staff Leads Blue River Valley Tour
On August 26, EDC staff led a tour of the Blue River Valley to demonstrate the enormous economic opportunity within the corridor. Several partner organizations and representatives from the offices … Read More
Opening of New Downtown YMCA Nears
Downtown KCMO hasn’t had a full-fledged YMCA in 40 years, but that’s about to change. On October 11th, the facility will open featuring meeting rooms, pools, a gymnasium and more. … Read More
Anlab Environmental Receives Facade Improvement
As part of the Heart of the City Neighborhood Stabilization TIF Plan Commercial Facade and Improvements Program, Anlab Environmental (3634 Troost) was the recipient of $15,000 to perform a complete … Read More