About Ida County Economic Development

Ida County Economic Development Corporation (ICED) is a non-profit corporation leading the county’s economic development strategy to expand the opportunities within the local economy while creating vibrant communities that are sustainable and globally competitive.

ICED is committed to the creation, retention, and expansion of businesses in our region.

This has been accomplished through:

• Education Initiatives – STEM, apprenticeship
• Business Retention & Expansion Programs – confidential assistance provided for expansion, succession, or start up
• Revolving Loan Fund – gap financing for local businesses
• Workforce Attraction – promotion of our communities in conjunction with local chamber & economic development organization
• Housing Initiatives – housing needs and readiness assessments, application assistance to procure housing grants
• Municipal Planning – collaboration to provide planning assistance from resource partners, grant application assistance

ICED Board of Directors represents our major industries and communities throughout Ida County.