Wabaunsee County Economic Development Council
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BUSINESS
RESOURCES
- RESOURCES
- Economic Development Resources
- Business Development
- Resources for Business
- Community Development
- Resources for Community Development
- Commercial Real Estate Listings
- Please call the realtors associated with each site, or contact the Economic Development Office if you are looking for something that is not currently listed.
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E-Community Badge
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E-Comm Badge
- Stone Restoration Resources
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Puffys
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Maple Hill
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Lake Wabaunsee
GOVERNMENT
- GOVERNMENT
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Neighborhood Revitalization Plan
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Neighborhood Revitalization Plan 2012 - Current
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Neighborhood Revitalization Application (Commercial Only)
ATTRACTIONS
- ATTRACTIONS
- Alpacas in Wildcat Hollow
- Wabaunsee County Historical Museum
- Country Bumpkin Pumpkin Patch
- Mill Creek Outfitters
- Ag Heritage Museum
- Beecher Bible & Rifle Church
- Prairie Thunder Elk
- The Harveyville Project
- Bell Wildlife Specialities
- Historic Paxico Antique District
- Echo Cliff Park
- Wabaunsee Pines Golf Course
- Public Land Access
- Native Stone Scenic Byway
- Carousel Banners
- Stonebridge
- Flint Hills Prairie Bison Reserve
- The Volland Store
HISTORY
- History of Wabaunsee County
- Wabaunsee County boasts a rich history. The Wabaunsee County Historical Museum, located in Alma, has fabulous displays and interpretation of the area’s history.
ABOUT WCED
- Wabaunsee County Economic Development(WCED)
- WCED Council
- The WCED Council was originally formed in the 1990's with the intention of inspiring economic development in the county. The council consists of two representatives from each commissioner district, one representative from each of the communities in Wabaunsee County as well as one representative from the Lake Wabaunsee Community. The Wabaunsee County Extension Office Director serves as advisor to the council. The council acts as an advisory board to the director. The WCEDC meets the third Thursday of each month at noon with meeting locations rotated throughout the county.
- Goals of WCED
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WCED Director Job Description
- News
- Access recent News Items related to Wabaunsee County Economic Development
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Position Description
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Contact WCED
TAKE A TRIP
- Taste of Wabaunsee County
- Come taste part of Wabaunsee County! We are home to a variety of wonderful treats that are made right in our little communities!
- Antiquing across Wabaunsee County
- Wabaunsee County has all kinds of wonderful antique hot spots-- make a day of it!
- Flint Hills Experience of Wabaunsee County
- Admire and become a part of the Kansas Flint Hills in Wabaunsee County.
- Book Your Stay in Wabaunsee County
- Enjoy a night, or several, in the Flint Hills of Wabaunsee County!
E-Community Revolving Loan
The Wabaunsee County Economic Development Council seeks to provide a business climate where local businesses can be successful. We are here to assist entrepreneurs to accomplish their business goals including: property acquisition, developing a business plan, business financing etc. In 2013 Wabaunsee County received the E-Community designation from the Kansas Center for Entrepreneurship allowing us to develop a low interest business loan fund through the use of state tax credits.
The purpose of the Wabaunsee County (Entrepreneurial) E-Community program is to encourage entrepreneurial activity in the county, with a focus on business development resulting in job creation. Qualifying entrepreneurial projects including start-up businesses, existing business purchases, existing business expansions or business relocations may apply for Wabaunsee County E-Community funding.
Applications for financial assistance will be accepted at any time throughout the year. The E-Community Leadership Team and the Financial Advisory Board will review each project. The following list of items should be considered for inclusion with the application. Foremost consideration will be given to applicants providing complete and sufficient information to make a proper evaluation of the project including:
- ·A complete business plan
- ·Financial reports and/or a bank financial application
- ·Resumes and references for the proposed owner (s)
- ·Employment projections
As part of the approval process, The Financial Review Board will conduct an interview with the applicant focusing the following items:
- ·Explanation of the applicant’s specific purpose for funding
- ·Projected sales, employment and other benefits to the community
- ·Matching funds received from NetWork Kansas partners and other sources
- ·Local support for the project by various organizations and community leaders
- ·Involvement of Network Kansas resource partners in the project
Applicants will be notified upon approval or denial for funding by the E-Community Financial Review Board.
For More Information or an Application Contact:
Review Committee
785-765-3821
aterrapin@wbcounty.org
114 W 3rd St. Alma, KS 66401
NetWork Kansas E-Community Summary
A NetWork Kansas Entrepreneurship Community has made a commitment to cultivating an entrepreneurial environment by identifying and developing resources to help local entrepreneurs start or grow businesses. E-Communities have assets available to assist entrepreneurs and small businesses, including a locally administered revolving loan fund and connections to resources.