The Christian County Economic Development Corporation is entering a period of opportunity.  This comes thanks to the city of Taylorville’s purchase of the new Taylorville Industrial Park.  Those involved with the deal say it will lead to many new businesses and jobs coming to the area, boosting the economy.  The CCEDC is also touting other major moves by area businesses within the county. 

The Taylorville Development Association (TDA) has been one of the key players in developments involving the industrial park.  Matt Hart, Executive Director of the CCEDC, says the potential for growth is what originally inspired the industrial park.

The TDA has operated for over 60 years now.  They were founded with a similar desire to boost local economic opportunity as they have today.

The industrial park is not the only place where new jobs and products are being created.  Illinois-based mechanical contractor E.L. Pruitt will move into a 55,000-square-foot facility in Taylorville.  This will boost their ability to manufacture their products used all across the country.

The CCEDC – together with the Greater Taylorville Chamber of Commerce – will host a webinar on the many benefits available from the two entities for businesses in the area.  It’s set for Tuesday, July 29 at 11 a.m.

More information on the CCEDC is available at www.christiancountyedc.com. 

Matt Hart appeared as a guest on the WTIM Morning Show.