Board of Directors
Dan Bochsler President |
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Kim Willmott Vice President |
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Charles Drane Secretary / Treasurer |
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Joseph Thompson Director |
About Us
Veer Patel Director
The Palestine Economic Development Corporation ( PEDC ) operates as a Type B Texas economic development entity established under the Development Corporation Act of 1979 . Our division relies on funding derived from a ΒΌ cent sales tax revenue . Our core mission is : To promote and facilitate responsible economic growth .
Firouz Haghighi Director
Ernie Williams Director
PEDC is responsible for economic development , business recruitment , retention , and expansion within the city . The PEDC Board , constituted by state law and appointed by the Mayor and City Council , serves as the governing body providing policy direction for economic development initiatives in Palestine , Texas .
Contact : 903-729-4100