Independence Economic Development Council – To support the economic growth of Independence through the creation of new employment opportunities and the attraction of private capital investment.

Uptown Market Ribbon Cutting, August 23, 2018, 211 W. Truman Rd., Independence, Missouri 64050. Photo: © John Howe / Howe Creative Photography, 110 S. Liberty Street, Independence, Missouri 64050. All rights reserved, 2018

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Success By The Numbers:
2019 Progress Report

790 Businesses Assisted

38 Projects Completed

311 New Jobs Created

$ 48.4 M Capital Investment

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Annual Meeting set for July 23th 2021 sponsored by Spire

Join us for the Independence EDC’s Annual Meeting as part of our next Quarterly Investor Luncheon on Friday, July 23rd, 2021 at teh Independence Ennovation Center. We will recognize our outgoing Chair of the Board, Tom Waters and welcome new Chair of the Board, Steve Mauer. The annual presentation of the George Matteson Leadership

Truman Library Statue Unveiling and Kickoff Thursday July 1, 2021 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM CDT

Truman Library Statue Unveiling and Kickoff Please join us in a kickoff of the Harry S. Truman Library & Museum opening soon! We will meet outside of the front doors for an unveiling of the Harry S. Truman statue that welcomes you as you enter the building.Currently, the Library cannot promise tours to attendees, so

Phase 1 Re-opening Guidelines Released

Phase 1 of the Eastern Jackson County recovery plan has been released. The goals of the plan are to protect the health and safety of Jackson County residents, facilitate a safe start and transition to economic recovery and support all people and communities. Read more