Economic Development

RECENT NEWS:

Leaders from Kentucky and Southern Indiana will come together November 7 to discuss regionalism and its importance in the global economic environment at a regional summit titled Beyond Boundaries – Building our 21st Century Community. Click here to learn more.


The Economic Development Department's COOL Program has been awarded the 2008 IEDC Excellence in Economic Development Awards, in the category of Neighborhood Development Initiatives. Click here to see full story.

Mayor Abramson releases study which shows retailers missing $1.1 Billion in potential sales in Louisville. Click
here to learn more.

Metro Council considers Center City Development Agreement
Part I
Part II


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In order to improve Louisville's business climate, the Economic Development Department works with other government agencies, Greater Louisville Inc.-the Metro Chamber of Commerce, and the private sector to create jobs, assist business start-ups, improve infrastructure, develop new amenities, and deliver neighborhood services.

Our services range from loan programs, to assistance in site selection, to client support through the regulatory processes, to referrals to state and local incentive opportunities. Staff builds relationships with businesses, big and small, throughout the community to provide solutions for all client needs.

Please contact us or look through our website to help find the solutions your business needs.

C. Bruce Traughber, Director