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Shop Tama County

Tama County residents value our unique communities and we are proud of our home.  There are many ways we can strengthen our communities, and one of the most important is shopping local.  When you think small and support our local restaurants, boutiques, specialty shops, and our many other shopping places, you make our economy stronger. […]

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Tama County Laborshed Study

The Iowa Workforce Development Labor Market Division has released current laborshed data.  The Tama County and Greater Des Moines Laborshed studies are now available.  The study is an in-depth analysis of workforce characteristics within our local labor market.  Reach out to TCED for more information…

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TCED Hosts IEDA Director

Tama County Economic Development hosts Iowa Economic Development Authority.  IEDA Director, Debi Durham (center) and Michael Gould (right), Manager of Business and Insurance Development stopped by the TCED office for a Tama County update.  Katherine Ollendieck, TCED Director (left) provided updates for each community and took the opportunity to talk in-depth about business expansions, the […]

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Economic Development

Economic development is about improving the lives of Tama County citizens.  It is our responsibility to pursue projects that increase wealth and tax base.  Our organization is actively working to provide greater access to affordable housing and resources that improve our quality of life; including recreational and cultural amenities, historic preservation, and local dining and […]

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Office Location

The Tama County Economic Development office is located in Toledo, the county seat of Tama County, at the western end of the downtown district: 211 W. State Street, Toledo, IA  52342.

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