About Harney County Economic Development

Economic Development in Harney County has been the topic of much effort over the past several years.  An incredible amount of time and money have gone into providing valuable information and resources to business relating to this area, persons starting a business in Harney County or for those expanding an existing operation. 

The resources listed in this site provide the basic information of this area and all of the wonderful features that make up Harney County.

Harney County has an outstanding record of community involvement in economic development activities.  Three groups of citizens have been continuously active in creative development and support of Harney County Court efforts for economic development since 1989. 

These community activists include:

• PRIDE 

• CRT

• ITAC

• Business Roundtable
  These groups provide the valuable guidance and enthusiasm for economic development and other positive efforts for the citizens of Harney County.

Those involved with these organizations know that Harney County has great potential for attracting business and visitors because of the resources found here.  Some of the last untouched wilderness is found here with pockets of development, and an urban area in Burns/Hines provides most of the amenities necessary and desirable. Thus, the work of these groups promotes and enhances the resources that are a part of the Harney County area with the development of plans and projects for the coming year.  Visit the various pages associated with the groups mentioned above to find out what it is they are doing and how you can be involved as well.