ECRDA News

The Enterprise Development Center of Erie County is soliciting bids for a Qualified Environmental Professional at the former Erie Malleable Iron Site in Erie, PA. This contract will be funded by a U.S. EPA grant and an ISR grant through PA DCED. Bids are due November 18, 2025. Please send all questions to tsumner@ecrda.net by October 31, 2025

Erie is emerging as a vibrant business hub, supported by local companies and new ventures. The Erie County Redevelopment Authority (ECRDA) has invested over $100 million in the region's business ecosystem, primarily through real estate development and financial support, including low-interest loans and grant programs.

In this Spotlight Q&A, Tina Mengine of the Erie County Redevelopment Authority explains how a clear plan and strong partnerships have driven over $ 1 billion into downtown and sparked renewed confidence. 

Jake and Jordan are joined in the studio by Tina Mengine, the President and CEO of the Erie County Redevelopment Authority. In this episode, they discuss the services of the ECRDA, key initiatives in the region, and the economic development strategy.

Once emblematic of an American industrial city, Erie, Pennsylvania, is reinventing itself as one of the nation’s smartest and most strategically positioned business hubs.