The GEDC invests in projects that grow the economy and create jobs in Giddings, Texas. We are aggressively pro-business with a proven track record of helping businesses bring projects in on time and under budget. Click the map below to see the projects we have supported and how they have positively impacted our community.
Why Would My Community Want To Attract A Remote Workforce
25 Jan 2021
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Why would my community want to attract a REMOTE WORKFORCE? -- To grow your economy, of course! The coronavirus pandemic has affected U.S. workplaces in many ways, including transitioning many employees to remote work. As some businesses begin to welcome employees back to the office, many remote workers, about two-thirds to be exact, are opting to continue working remotely, according to a GALLUP POLL. Attracting remote workers should now be a priority for all economic developers.
WHY WOULD MY COMMUNITY WANT TO ATTRACT A REMOTE WORKFORCE?
Remote workers can bring many benefits to the communities they choose to live in. Just like any other resident, remote workers spend money on housing, food, entertainment, and other local goods and services, but the benefits don't stop here.
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Dime Box Distillery Opens Tasting Room, Bottling Operation; Distillation Facility Plan In Progress
Oct 6 2020Giddings, TX (June 10, 2019) – After more than a year of planning and renovations, Dime Box Distillery,™ a Texas-based distiller of premium spirits, has opened its doors and begun bottling operations for its Sixth Street® whiskey brand in the historic Freight Station at the Depot Complex in downtown Giddings.
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IC2 Institute @UT Austin
Pandemic Recovery Survey Results
Giddings, Texas
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Giddings, TX (September 13, 2020) – The GEDC's participation this summer in the University of Texas IC2 Institute Regional Recovery Initiative has led to the creation of a community asset map and pandemic recovery document completed by a team of studen...
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Downtown Giddings Economic Development Plan
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With six months of research under their belt, the Goodman Corporation of Houston has released a draft of the city's proposed Downtown Giddings Economic Development Plan. The plan provides goals and recommendations to support and strengthen the economic vitalit...
