The Hardee County Economic Development Authority will accept grant applications for projects that provide economic development or infrastructure within the geographic boundaries of Hardee County. The Authority shall rank applications to the extent of estimated available program funds based on criteria relating to administrative capacity, public benefit, economic benefits, and public use.

Applications and Program Guidelines are available at the Hardee County Board of County Commissioners Office, 412 West Orange Street, Room 103, Wauchula, Florida 33873, Phone: (863)773-9430, Fax: (863)773-0958, e-mail: bcc@hardeecountry.net.

Applications will be accepted from April 2, 2012 through May 2, 2012, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Please Note: Site of benefiting business for consideration of these funds must be located entirely within Hardee County.