Coffey County Economic Development

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A natural choice, offering a low cost of doing business, a skilled and educated work force, higher productivity, affordable housing, low crime and a pleasant quality of life. Prominent among Coffey County assets is the low cost of opening and operating a business. Our central time zone location makes communications with both coasts timely and cost effective. Burlington is the principal city and county seat of Coffey County and is located in the center of the county on US 75 Hwy, 16 miles south of I-35.

The 7 goals of Coffey County Economic Development are:
1. Business Recruitment - Seek out and recruit new business to put down roots in our county and provide new jobs for our citizens. Help connect these businesses to resources, incentives, and financing.
2. Business Retention and Expansion - Building solid partnerships with our county businesses (both big and small) and assisting them through various resources, incentives, and programming.
3. Entrepreneurship - Foster an entrepreneurial spirit in our county.
4. Housing - Assist local housing organizations in providing housing for our residents.
5. Workforce Development - Provide avenues for our workforce to expand their skill sets.
6. Community Development - Create a safe, healthy and thriving community.
7. Tourism - Showcase our community and our attractions.