Our Mission Statement

To plan, promote, finance, and construct opportunities for the retention, growth, and attraction of business that enhance the level of employment, the economic base and the quality of life in Paris and Lamar County, Texas.

Economic Incentives

Paris offers many incentives for you to locate your business or industry here.
Contact us to find out how we can help you.

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Building Sites Available

Paris has commercial building sites available to suit the needs of your business or industry.

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Our Community

Paris is the perfect small Texas town for you and your family to call home.
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Community Info

News & Events

Upcoming Event: PAVED Paris

Jan 4, 2018

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), the Regional Hispanic Contractors Association, Texas A&M University – Commerce, Paris Junior College, and the Paris Economic Development Corporation are sponsoring PAVED, an event highlighting upcoming... read more

Details about Project Orange Fire made public

Dec 12, 2017

A company with a 100-year history in the pipe manufacturing business could bring more than 100 high paying jobs to Paris. American SpiralWeld Pipe Company, a subsidiary of American Cast Iron Pipe Company of Birmingham, Alabama, on Monday was revealed as the Paris... read more

City and County Support for Campbell Investment

Nov 1, 2017

Paris City Council and Lamar County Commissioners Support Campbell Soup Company’s Investment in New Product Line at Facility in Paris, Texas Click here for PDF: Campbell Tax Abatement Press Release Paris, TX – On October 23, 2017 the Paris City Council and on October... read more

The Best Small Town in Texas

Residents of Paris think of our home as the best small town in Texas. Visit us and you’ll find out why! The Paris Economic Development Corp has as its mission the promotion of business interests in Paris and Lamar County. Find out what we can do for your business or industry.