Peoria-Metro.orgWelcome to the Peoria Metro! This is your access point for business opportunities in Central Illinois. The Economic Development Council for Central Illinois serves the businesses and communities of the Peoria metropolitan region by strengthening the local business structure and assisting companies in relocating or expanding in our region.


This economic development website is designed to assist company owners and site selection consultants with their information research process. If you would like to work directly with our business development director, click here for contact information.


On this site you will find:
•    Site and Building Database – a comprehensive, up-to-date, searchable database of available buildings and commercial real estate in the tri county region. Our database powered by LocationOne.
•    Statistics – our datacenter offers a wide variety of local information including demographics, fast facts, regional economy reports and more. Need something not listed in the datacenter? Contact our research department.
•    Regional News – For the most recent news, see our listing below or use the search window in the upper left corner to search our site and archives.
•    More – Browse through our site using the navigation panel on the left or use the quick access buttons at the top of this page.

Ten industry clusters have been targeted by the EDC for growth in our region.
Click here to learn more about these targeted industries and the EDC Strategy Groups.

Peoria Metro is the business recruitment brand of the Economic Development Council for Central Illinois.
EDC Recent News
EDC and PTAC announce Business and Financial Resources Workshop
August 26, 2010

On Wednesday,September 15th, EDC and PTAC will host the Business and Financial Workshop at the Peoria NEXT Innovation Center.

Central Illinois Angels Hosting "Trends in Raising Capital"
August 26, 2010

This new 3-hour workshop is designed for local host organizations to empower their entrepreneurial ecosystem with the right insight and tools to raise “smart” capital. The event will be held September 13, 2010 from 1-4p.m. at the Peoria NEXT Innovation Center. Registration deadline is Monday, September 6th.


[Click here to download the event flyer.]

State of Illinois Announces Small Business Tax Break for Hiring
August 23, 2010

To help spur on small business success, the State of Illinois is offering tax credits when a business creates a new, full-time position. After hiring the employee, the business can apply online to receive a $2500 tax credit against withholding taxes which will be awarded after July 1, 2011. The credits are available on a first-come, first served, basis.

Click here to download more information.

Click here review the State of Illinois news release.

Save the Date for the Heartland Partnership family of companies Annual Meeting
August 5, 2010

The Economic Development Council for Central Illinois invites you to join us, along with all the Heartland Partnership family of companies for the 2010 Annual Meeting Luncheon on Wednesday, October 6th.

Regional Development Thrives on Collaboration
July 22, 2010

by Vickie Clark
Economic Development Council for Central Illinois

Collaboration is key to the strength of this region. At EDC, we see firsthand the value of both the public sector and private businesses working together. As we recover from a very challenging period, 2010 requires our continued leadership and collaboration.

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