Wyandotte Economic Development Council

The Wyandotte Economic Development Council is a nonprofit economic development corporation whose mission is to promote and strengthen the county economy through innovative approaches to programs, partnerships, and leadership in industrial, residential, office and retail markets.

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The Wyandotte Economic Development Council is a nonprofit economic development corporation whose mission is to promote and strengthen Wyandotte County Kansas’ economy through innovative approaches to programs, partnerships and leadership in industrial, residential, office and retail markets. WYEDC has been active since 1992 and has been involved in over 300 economic development projects to date.

The Wyandotte approach to economic development is not one seen in every community and is truly an asset. Working with multiple individuals, partners and organizations to collaborate in furthering our economic success is a competitive advantage that the community offers a daily.

The Wyandotte Economic Development Council believes that the collaboration with partners and in the interest of stakeholders, the goals of the organization are to:

  • Building a dynamic local community and a vibrant economy enhancing the quality of life for residents and creating a climate conducive for business
  • Recruiting businesses and projects that create sustainable developments and high-quality jobs to strengthen the local economy
  • Retaining and expanding existing businesses within Wyandotte County
  • Fostering emerging markets and economic trends through target industries
  • Providing marketing and promotion of Wyandotte County
  • Encouraging residential development and redevelopment projects by assisting in partnership collaborations
  • Supporting employee training and workforce solutions activities

Services Provided

Financial Resources and Assistance

  • Tax Credits

Libraries and Research Organizations

  • Demographic/Census Data

Economic and Site Development

  • Economic Forecast
  • Site Location Assistance
  • Tax Credits
  • Revitalization

Tax Services

  • State Tax Credit Information

Human Resources

  • Employee Development, Hiring and Policies
  • Retention
  • Workforce Incentives
Contact Information
Jonnathan Salazar
Address
727 Minnesota Avenue
Ste 201
Kansas City, KS 66101