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Economic Development
Mission
To enrich the quality of life of citizens by enhancing the economic vitality of the county through the attraction, growth, and retention of business, industry, and talent in Coffey County.
What We Provide
- Business start-up assistance
- Assistance for existing businesses (expansion, workforce, etc.)
- Professional Development
- Community Engagement
- Marketing and attraction initiatives
- Tourism promotion
Major Area Employers
- Wolf Creek Nuclear Generating Station
- Coffey Health System
- EMP Shields (shields all electronics in homes and businesses
- Forte (plastics manufacturing)
- Countertop Trends (laminate countertop manufacturing)
- Wheeler Lumber (wood truss manufacturer)
- Thriving agricultural community
Community Resources
- Public transportation
- Comprehensive healthcare services
- A library in each community
- Outdoor fun
- Recreational facilities and programs
- Unique shopping
- Local art gallery and murals
Why Coffey County
- Centrally located
- Accessible by Interstate
- Within a 2 hour drive to major Kansas markets
- Low cost of doing business
- Excellent infrastructure with fiber optic
- Low tax rate
- Prime location for new and expanding businesses
Confidentiality
Confidentiality is extremely important to us. Please review our Code of Ethics (PDF) and Confidentiality Statement (DOCX) for more details.
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Bobby Skipper
DirectorPhone: 620-364-8780
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Economic Development
Physical Address
110 S 6th Street
Room 5
Burlington, KS 66839
Phone: 620-364-8780Fax: 620-364-3608
Hours
Monday through Friday
8 am to 5 pm