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ECRDA News

Thursday, Jun 11, 2026

RFP — Union City Chair Factory Administration Building Roof Replacement

The Request for Proposal (RFP) for Roof Replacement of the Union City Chair Factory Office Building has been withdrawn.

Please watch the website for more details in the future.

Thursday, Jun 11, 2026

Erie leaders explore potential for major shipbuilding site

GoErie.com Article by Jim Martin

There is an idea to build a naval shipyard in Erie, possibly at the site of the former Erie Coke plant. This idea caught the attention of U.S. Sen. Dave McCormick and sparked interest among local political and economic development leaders, who have launched an initiative they're calling Anchor Erie.

Friday, May 29, 2026

Opportunity grows with community greenhouse

Fresh vegetables for people in need. That’s the promise of a 2,500-square-foot greenhouse under construction at Savocchio Opportunity Park in Erie.

Friday, May 29, 2026

New life coming to historic Union City Chair office

ECRDA is working with Union City Borough to save the historic Union City Chair Co. office building and return it to productive use.

Friday, May 1, 2026

Collaboration boosts Erie County manufacturing

A new collaboration between ECRDA and the Erie County Gaming Revenue
Authority (ECGRA) helps local manufacturers create jobs, strengthen
supply lines and drive progress.