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EDGEWOOD ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION E.E.D.C.

The Edgewood EDC was organized exclusively for the purpose of improving and promoting economic development for the City of Edgewood, Texas.  The EDC operates off of a dedicated revenue derived from local city sales tax. Edgewood EDC was created under Section 4A of the Development Corporation Act of 1979 and was voted in and defined by City Council Resolution dated September 16, 2003. Edgewood EDC takes pride in our city by improving our parks, assisting businesses and sponsoring local events/organizations. 

BOARD MEMBERS:

The affairs of the Corporation are managed by a Board of Directors consisting of 7 seats. It is the sincere interest of the Edgewood EDC board to support the Business Growth and Improvement of our business community in a positive and impactful manner with our actions in a cooperative effort with the Edgewood City Council.

Charles Prater
Mike Spoor
Tonya Stoltzfus
Melissa Cooper
Gary Bass
Payton Spoor
Stormy Wilcoxson

Citizens residing in the 75117 zip code who are interested in getting involved with our beautiful little town through the EEDC should complete the Interest Submission Form and return to City Hall in person or by email at citysecretary@edgewoodtexas.org.  Please note this is not an application but a form to express interest in serving when an opening should occur.

EEDC BUSINESS GRANTS

Edgewood Business Grant Types Available within the Corporate City Limits for Consideration:
  • “New Business Sales Tax Generating Grant” is designed to support new businesses that create greater employment opportunities (jobs) while contributing significant sales tax revenue for the City of Edgewood
  • “New Business Non-Sales Tax Generating Grants” are designed for new businesses that are more commercial or service in scope generating minimal sales tax revenue for the City of Edgewood while creating employment opportunities (jobs) for the community
  • “Existing Business Exterior Enhancement Grants” are designed specifically to improve the appearance of our business community while making Edgewood a more viable choice for new businesses looking to relocate or start-up in Edgewood or to draw a larger customer base from our trade area demographically
Detailed Grant Information and Application:
Grant Application
New Business Sales Tax Grant
New Business Non-Sales Tax Grant
Existing Business Exterior Enhancement Grant

All grant applications should be addressed to the Edgewood EDC and delivered to City Hall via mail, in person or email at citysecretary@edgewoodtexas.org