Economic Development

Business success is happening here in Delaware County because we focus our time and energy on the needs of our business community and citizens. It's no secret that to be successful today you must have vision driven leadership. And, when you look at the accomplishments Delaware County has had over the years, it is easy to see why we are considered a leader in community and economic development.

Started in 1986, Delaware County Economic Development (DCED) is the oldest countywide industrial development group in the State of Iowa. Since our inception, we have attracted and retained more than fifteen companies, and have helped with nearly a dozen expansion projects. Over 600 manufacturing jobs have been created in the last decade alone.

Our main focus today is the development and implementation of one of the most sophisticated workforce development and recruitment programs in the state. Click on our Workforce section to learn how we have linked employers to employees.

And, if your interested in learning more about our agricultural initiatives, such as our delectable Delaware County Meats, check out our Value-Added Agriculture section.