Citrus County, Florida
Citrus County, Florida is strategically located at the northern tip of the Tampa Bay region. While considered by most to be a great weekend getaway for its enviable quality of life - think mountain bike trails, kayaking, bird watching, hiking, boating, this community hosts the talented workforce that runs Progress Energy's power generators including the single-unit, 838-MW Crystal River Nuclear Plant located near Crystal River on a site that also includes four coal-fired generating units that generate 2,313 MW. Additionally, you'll find Citrus County is focused on its environmental advantages through advancements in agritech, renewables and recycling.
Citrus County is ripe for businesses, and living in Citrus County is attractive and affordable. With more than 30 square miles of lakes, several navigable rivers, and of course the Gulf of Mexico, Citrus County, Florida is a great place to live, work and play and has one of the best rated school systems in Florida. Citrus County is equally accommodating for businesses. The Citrus County Government cooperates extensively with the EDC EDC to create a pro-active, countywide coalition that works to strengthen and diversify Citrus County’s economy, jobs and businesses. The EDC strives to attract new business investments and works closely with local Citrus County businesses to assist them with expansion and other business needs.
The County and the EDC have a number of programs that seek to foster new Citrus County businesses that create jobs through expansion, startup or relocation. Among other programs, the Citrus County EDC offers Job Growth Incentive, Economic Incentive and Micro-Loan programs. Some key areas the County focuses on include: targeted industries; number of jobs created; and cost to job ratio. All of this is leading Citrus County, Florida to be an exciting, pro-business community that is on the rise in Florida and the Tampa Bay region.
Notable Employers: Progress Energy, Pro-line Boats