Lake of the Ozarks Regional Economic Development Council

While a lot of people have heard of the Lake of the Ozarks Regional Economic Development Council , some people don’t know what all we really do. The Lake of the Ozarks is a unique area with incredible quality of life attributes and scenic beauty, located over several counties and made up of numerous medium to small size towns. It is impossible to showcase all the advantages this area has the offer without being able to market it in a cohesive manner that includes all of the counties and towns involved. LOREDC helps with that in some very specific ways. We offer resources, provide studies, participate in partnerships, and much more, to help meet the economic needs of the Lake of the Ozarks area. If you’d like to know more about the kind of resources, information and assistance available to entrepreneurs thinking about making the move to the lake, today’s blog has the lowdown for you.  We Are Your Liaison to the Lake of the Ozarks Community. LOREDC was formed to employ a regional a...

The Lake of the Ozarks Regional Housing Study represents an in-depth study of the housing conditions in Camden, Miller and Morgan counties, as well as Laclede County. In last months blog we looked further into the housing demand for Camden County . This month we'll build on the housing demand and dive into Morgan County characteristics. A PROFILE OF MORGAN COUNTY Morgan County, while located in the Lake Region, has a distinct character where the natural landscape transitions from relatively subtle at the north to more mountainous near the Lake. Further, unlike many of the communities closer to the Lake, which are service centers for Lake residents, both Stover and Versailles function as more traditional rural population centers. These population centers are home to families and those employed in agricultural industries and local manufacturing with some Lake-oriented service businesses. In these areas, much of the demand for housing is for workforce rental and ownership optio...

As Lake of the Ozarks Regional Economic Development Council assembled economic development plans and initiatives for the region, housing has come up frequently as a major economic development factor. To be successful, the area must provide a variety of housing types to drawn in residents who want to relocate a business to the Lake of the Ozarks . The diverse economy of the region, which includes both tourism-oriented businesses close to the Lake and industrial jobs away from the Lake, has successfully attracted a growing population of people who seek to enjoy the environment offered in the region. This week, the Lake of the Ozarks Regional Economic Development Council wants to share how the housing demand will affect the growth of the Lake of the Ozarks region moving forward. Take a look: PROFILE OF CAMDEN COUNTY Over the past 30 years Camden County has experienced strong growth with its most significant growth in the 1990s. As the most populous county in the Lake of the Ozarks...

The Lake of the Ozarks Regional Economic Development Council has approved a program designed to assist in marketing efforts to promote the Lake area. The LOREDC Partners in Marketing  grant program will help fund promotional activities for LOREDC members who are seeking to promote the Lake area as a region. Program Guidelines  Program Intent To assist with funding professional marketing components, including the creation and placement of collateral materials.  The outcome to aid in the stability and growth of the communities and overall Lake region. Criteria Grants are made on first come-first serve basis and eligibility is determined at the discretion of the Lake of the Ozarks Regional Economic Development Council (LOREDC). Awards will be considered on an individual basis and up to 50%. Only one award may be granted per calendar year and per project. Applicants must be a member of LOREDC and located in the service area. Projects currently in...

A National Public Television series airing in 90% of the Country!  CHICAGO: "Family Travel with Colleen Kelly,” a popular National Public Television series, will feature the Lake of the Ozarks in Missouri, highlighting the outdoor adventure, water activities, shopping, dining and attractions that make the area a great family vacation destination. The Lake of the Ozarks episode will be part of the show's season two lineup. The show's host, Colleen Kelly, and the crew will spend time throughout the Lake of the Ozarks area July 15-17, shooting segments at Ha Ha Tonka State Park, Bridal Cave and Thunder Mountain Park and Captain Ron’s Bar and Grill. They also will go fishing, have some fun on the lake with Iguana Watersports, take a flight over the lake with Airlake Aviation, go on an excursion on the Tom Sawyer Paddlewheeler at Bagnell Dam and shop at Blair’s Landing on Main Street. Kelly says the Lake of the Ozarks was an obvious choice for the show and that s...

The Lake of the Ozarks Regional Economic Development Council would like to thank all of our current and former members of the United States Armed Forces this Memorial Day weekend.  Memorial day is a solemn occasion as we think of the many men and women who have paid the ultimate sacrifice by giving their lives for our great county. The history of Memorial Day Three years after the Civil War ended, on May 5, 1868, the head of an organization of Union veterans — the Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) — established Decoration Day as a time for the nation to decorate the graves of the war dead with flowers. Maj. Gen. John A. Logan declared that Decoration Day should be observed on May 30. It is believed that date was chosen because flowers would be in bloom all over the country. The first large observance was held that year at Arlington National Cemetery, across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C. The ceremonies centered around the mourning-draped veranda of the Arling...

The Lake of the Ozarks Regional Economic Development Council is dedicated to providing resources and information for businesses considering moving to the Lake of the Ozarks area. There are a wide range of resources available to help either establish a new business in the state of Missouri, or to make relocating your business easier. Here are some resources that can help (gathered from http://www.business.mo.gov/resources.asp ) Raising Money or Capital for Your Business The Missouri Small Business Development Centers (SBDC) provide comprehensive business counseling, including assistance in finding the right type of funding for your situation. The Missouri SBDC can help prepare you to seek either debt or equity financing to fund your business strategies. They can also help you develop strategies to fund growth without seeking external funding sources. The Missouri Catalog of State Assistance Programs provides detailed information about state grants, loans and assistance pr...

The Lake of the Ozarks has a dynamic and growing business climate.  The Lake of the Ozarks Regional Economic Development Council would like to share some information in a series of Blogs about some great organizations that are helping to promote business growth in our Lake Area.  These organizations are committed to educating potential new business owners and businesses thinking of relocating to the Lake of the Ozarks about the tremendous potential the lake offers.   The first organization we would like to feature is the Tri-County Lodging Association (TCLA). Tri-County Lodging Association The Lake of the Ozarks Tri-County Lodging Association was formed when a large group of accommodation facility owners were concerned that they didn’t have enough funding to adequately advertise and promote The Lake of the Ozarks. After receiving the proper legislative authority and establishing the Business Districts in each of the Counties, the accommodation facilit...

There is no better place in the country for quality of life than the Lake of the Ozarks If you are considering moving your business to the Lake of the Ozarks area , you will find that we may have the best quality of life of anywhere in the country.  With our tremendous range of recreational activities, low cost of living, award winning schools, and fantastic shopping and restaurants, we offer all the advantages of more urban areas while being on the shores of a lake with more shoreline than the state of California. Recreational activities abound at the Lake! We offer a wide range of recreational activities throughout the area.  We are home to more than 13 golf courses all within an easy drive with courses that will challenge all skill levels.  Our lake offers unparalleled boating opportunities for boats of all sizes, from Kayaking to PWC's to Pontoons, to Cruisers.  Marinas and waterfront restaurants are plentiful and there are several national level bo...