Whether you seek to expand or locate a business in Burkburnett, you do not need to do it alone.  The Burkburnett Development Corporation delivers the services you need to succeed.  The BDC is a non-profit, 4B Economic Sales Tax Corporation.  The corporation was chartered, with voter approval August 18, 1997, under the Development Corporation Act of 1979.  The corporation was organized exclusively for the City of Burkburnett, to promote and expand economic development efforts within our city.

The Purpose of the Burkburnett Development Corporation

• Retain and expand existing business
• Expand and diversify the tax base of the City of Burkburnett
• Attract new business and investment to the City of Burkburnett
• Enhance existing job opportunities and create new ones
• Improve the quality of life and environment for the citizens of Burkburnett

How is the BDC funded?  The corporation is funded by one-half of one percent of the local sales tax.  Sales tax collected under the Development Act allows for the proceeds to be expended on land, buildings, equipment, facilities and improvements for items that fit under the definition of "project".  Today, the BDC is committed as ever to improve the quality of life and environment for the citizens of Burkburnett.  For more information on how the BDC can assist you please contact Kelly Bolen at 940-569-2875 or via e-mail at kbolen@burkburnett.org.