Economic Development Commission
The Colorado Economic Development Commission (EDC) was created by the legislature to promote economic development in Colorado. It consists of nine members five of whom are appointed by the Governor, two by the President of the Senate and two by the Speaker of the House. The EDC approves loans and grants from the economic development fund to public and private entities throughout the state to help existing businesses expand and new companies locate to Colorado. It also implements marketing programs to support ongoing business activities. All policy and funding decisions are made by commission members. The commission is also responsible for policy decisions concerning the state Enterprise Zone program.
Click here to view EDC Annual Reports.
Program Goals
In cooperation with state, local, and private entities, EDC staff develops incentive packages to assist with existing business expansions and new company relocations in order to promote job creation and retention in all regions of the state. In determining whether to approve incentive awards, the EDC reviews the number of jobs created, average salary levels, location, and other factors.
Parties interested in EDC incentive awards should contact OEDIT Business Finance staff.
For further information, please contact:
Shela Tatro or Alice Kotrlik
Business Finance Staff
1625 Broadway, Suite 2700
Denver, Colorado 80202
(T) (303) 892-3840
(F) (303) 892-3848
1 (800) 659-2656 TDD