What Is a Brownfield Site—And Why Should You Care? Not all opportunities come wrapped in sleek, modern buildings. Some are tucked away in quiet corners of town—idle factories, long-vacant gas stations, or shuttered commercial buildings. These properties, known as brownfields, may carry the stigma of environmental contamination, but they also offer unique and often overlooked [...]
At EDWC, we believe that supporting local businesses doesn’t just fuel economic growth—it strengthens our Washington County, WI communities. That’s why we’re proud to announce the closing of an Impact Loan with A&N Contracting, a Hartford-based company dedicated to high-quality contracting services. This financing will be used to support the Phase 4 build out of [...]
At EDWC, "Your Growth. Our Passion" is more than just a tagline—it’s the foundation of our mission. Our work with Brewed Omen demonstrates the impact of collaboration and strategic financing in fostering business growth and community revitalization in Washington County. When Ane and Bill Ohm envisioned a thriving destination in downtown Hartford, Wisconsin, they knew [...]
Let’s debunk some common myths about the Washington County IMPACT Loan Fund. Wait. Pump the brakes. What is the Washington County IMPACT Loan Fund?? EDWC administers the IMPACT loan fund, which provides low-cost financing primarily to existing companies growing or relocating their businesses in Washington County. Our funds are readily available in amounts $100,000 – [...]
“Rubbing the Crystal Ball” 2020 was a challenging year that most of us would prefer to put in the rear-view mirror. Economic development in Washington County, however, continued to be strong. Significant development projects in 2020 added 103 new jobs and resulted in more than $29,169,837 in new capital investment. View Top Projects in [...]
