Mecosta County truly is the “County for Every Season.” There is no better place to work, raise a family or vacation. The County’s prospering rural economy allows our residents to enjoy a family-friendly atmosphere and a high quality of life. The diversified economy of Mecosta County is centered on agriculture, higher education and a broad range of manufacturing provides a high level of economic stability. 

Important Update

Read Governor Snyder’s first message to the State Legislature on his innovative reform measures in our NEWS AND UPDATES tab.  This first message addresses reforms targeted to community development and local government.

Mecosta County is Pure Michigan

In 2010, Mecosta County undertook an initiative to participate as a partner with Travel Michigan's award winning Pure Michigan advertising campaign.  Support from a variety of local partners resulted in Mecosta County's participation in the Spring, 2011 marketing campaign.  To learn more about the treasures awaiting to be discovered in Mecosta County, click on the link below to listen to the Mecosta County "Best Kept Secret" Pure Michigan radio ad!  Be sure to visit Michigan's official Travel and Tourism site to learn more about what our great state has to offer.

Don't miss the first ever SBA Small Business Outreach Tour, coming to a community near you now!  As a small business owner, if you are looking for tools to take your business to the next level, get connected to experts, get inspired by others' success, and get informed on local development resources, attend one of the Outreach Tour sessions being held around the state.  The tour begins on August 10, 2011 in Mt. Pleasant and ends September 30th in Detroit.  Inbetween, the half day sessions visit fifteen communities around the state.  The Tour is free to those interested in starting or growning their small business.  For more information, dates, locations, registration, and a detailed agenda, click here. 

Join the Michigan Economic Developers Association (MEDA) at their annual meeting this year at Shanty Creek Resort near Bellaire, Michigan.  The conference begins with registration and a reception on Wednesday, August 24^th and runs through Friday, August 26^th.  Conference activities will take place at the Lakeview Hotel and Conference Center at Shanty Creek’s Summit village.

In a typical year, the educational content of MEDA’s Annual Meeting provides updates on some economic development programs and a few sessions on new programs. This is not a typical year. The economic development slate was wiped clean, re-thought and re-envisioned, leaving much to learn for even the most experienced of practitioners. In addition to learning new ways to attract and retain businesses in Michigan, economic developers are collaborating with neighboring communities like never before. The state is heading important changes in regulatory processes while many communities are leading their own permitting process simplification. Come and learn so you can assure that your community is up-to-date on all of the happenings! There’s something for everyone as entrepreneurship, urban and rural development-themed breakout sessions feature how you can get ahead on unique economic and talent development opportunities for your community.  For more information on the conference content as well as registration details, click here.