What is our Mission?

The San Juan County Economic Development Council (EDC) strives to strengthen and diversify the economy of San Juan County. We believe a strong economy builds a strong community.

The EDC works to build an environment that helps business owners create jobs. We serve business: linking organizations and resources, providing valuable information, rendering assistance and advocating for an improved island business environment.

Objectives for 2010

The EDC has established the following objectives for 2010:

Maintain progress and information generated during 2008 and 2009
Closely track local impacts of economic slowdown during 2010
Add additional statistics and informational resources
Proactively reach out to the business community thru multiple avenues
Increase the community's regional & state advocacy.

Agricultural Resources Committee Coordinator

In June of 2009, the Agricultural Resources Committee (ARC) Coordinator joined the EDC to continue serving the Agricultural Resources Advisory Committee of San Juan County as well as to handle economic development projects within the Agriculture Segment of the San Juan County economy. For details about the ARC, see their website at: www.sjcarc.org.