GCEDC, previously known as GCIDA, is legally classified as an Industrial Development Agency (IDA) representing the economic development interests of Genesee County. Formed in 1970, the GCEDC is a Public Benefit Corporation established under New York's General Municipal Law. GCEDC is a separate, autonomous organization not part of the Genesee County Government. Our board consists of seven local experienced business persons who volunteer their services for the economic benefit of our community.
- Winner of the 2004 International Economic Development Council's "The Project" recognizing GCEDC as having the best overall incentive attraction proposal!
- Named #3 Fastest Growing Micropolitan in 2005 and #7 in 2004 by Site Selection Magazine
- Finalist for 2005 All-America City Award
- On average, one new company every month for the past three years have moved into Genesee County.
- Since 2003, GCEDC has sponsored 137 projects (company attractions and expansions) with projected job creation of 2,233 and $182M in capital investments.
The Genesee Gateway Local Development Corporation (GGLDC) is a Federal and New York approved public charitable 501-c3 not-for-profit private Corporation that focuses on real estate development, building re-development, emerging market opportunities as well as central business district / retail initiatives in order to enhance the economic base, tax base and jobs base for the residents of our community.
Formed in 2004, the GGLDC is the affiliate entity of the Genesee County Economic Development Center operationally controlled by the GCEDC.
Recognized by the International Economic Development Council as having the best overall incentive attraction package.
