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Village of Mount Pleasant, Racine County complete land purchase agreement with Microsoft
The Village of Mount Pleasant, Racine County, Racine County Economic Development Corporation (RCEDC), Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) and Milwaukee 7 today announced the closing of Microsoft Corporation’s (Microsoft) approximately $50 million land purchase of a 315-acre parcel of land in the Village of Mount Pleasant in Racine County. The company plans to create a data center campus.
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The Wisconsin Department of Transportation launched the “In This Together” program to help businesses and communities remain open and thrive during road construction.
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Empowering Small Businesses
EMPOWERING SMALL BUSINESSES A Business Growth Solutions Event RCEDC and its lending staff, Business Lending Partners (BLP), in partnership with Community State Bank, assembled a remarkable lineup of entrepreneurs, small …
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2023 Racine and Kenosha County Intern Mixer
The 2023 Racine and Kenosha County Intern Mixer event is designed to help connect local interns and new hires to each other – and with the a variety of community amenities offered in our region.
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The Accounting Specialist position performs accounting tasks that include Bill.com and Intacct software along with coding invoices and deposits, preparing invoices and supports RCEDC’s outside accountants as needed and provides administrative support to the Executive Director.
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Regency Mall redevelopment approved for $39.4 million Racine incentive
A $39.4 million Racine incentive to transform the Regency Mall property gained a final city approval this week, marking another step toward developer Hull Property Group bringing a new grocery superstore and apartments.
What is RCEDC (Racine County Economic Development Corporation)?
The Racine County Economic Development Corporation is a non-profit 501(C)(3) Corporation and not a government agency. RCEDC mission is to increase the real estate tax base in Racine County as well as retain and create employment opportunities by working with private businesses on their expansion projects. >> More About Us
Is RCEDC a government agency?
No, RCEDC is a non-profit 501(C)(3) Corporation and not a government agency.
What is the primary focus of RCEDC?
RCEDC’s primary focus is to facilitate business expansion that results in increased real estate tax base and the creation and retention of jobs. These activities are accomplished by working in partnership with private businesses and local governments to facilitate new development.
Where can I get more information about Racine County and the region?
Racine County is located in the fast-growing industrial corridor between Milwaukee and Chicago along Interstate 94. Lots of great information about Racine County and our communities can be found at Why Racine.
How can I get more involved with the work and mission of RCEDC?
We encourage you to consider becoming an RCEDC Investor. Your support of RCEDC will help to ensure that the quality of life remains an asset throughout Racine County for many years to come.
I am looking to start a business. Where do I start?
Lots of great resources are available online and in the community to assist you on your entrepreneurship journey. >> Learn more.
Are there grants available for my business?
Grant funds available to businesses are generally limited. Several Racine County communities offer targeted programs to encourage development. Racine County’s Matching Grant assists qualifying women, minority, veteran, and manufacturing firms located in Racine County. Several communities offer grants to assist with exterior facade improvements, including in the City of Burlington, City of Racine, Village of Union Grove, and the Village of Waterford. The City of Burlington also offers grants in combination with its low-interest loan program.