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The Request for Proposal (RFP) for Roof Replacement of the Union City Chair Factory Office Building has been withdrawn.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





