Brownsville Economic Development Council

The Brownsville Economic Development Council (BEDC) is a publicly-funded organization created in 1992 to help companies establish or expand operations in the Brownsville area. The 6-person BEDC staff offers companies the financial, job training and site location assistance they need to be successful here. BEDC guides a prospective firm through the process of acquiring permits and zoning, identifying potential suppliers, making contacts with other businesses and meeting community leaders. The Brownsville Economic Development Council is the starting point for companies interested in discovering local business opportunities.