Department of Economic, Housing

 and Community Development

 Part of the Agency of Commerce and Community Development, the department works to create and retain quality jobs and strengthen the competitiveness of Vermont's businesses and the overall economy while creating vital communities.  While the department is responsible for statewide economic and community development policy and assumes a leadership role, it works with a variety of partners including other state and federal government agencies; institutions of higher learning; municipalities; regional development corporations; and non-governmental organizations to achieve our shared goals.