It's basic mission is business retention and expansion, and assisting local businesses by providing information, advice, and direction as needed or requested, without cost to those businesses which benefit from the EDC's efforts. Comprised of a wide cross-section of local business people, the EDC enjoys a close relationship with city government, and works in partnership with the City of Covina's Redevelopment Agency.

Using a systematic approach to gathering information from the local business sector, and then using that information to address immediate problems, the EDC has been successful in developing programs and policies that help solve problems and promote a diversified stable local economy. Above all, the EDC represents a commitment to communicate and work together. It is a commitment that really works!

When requested, the EDC has a Task Force available to meet with local business owners to discuss specific needs or problems. In many cases a better understanding of city regulations provides an on-the-spot solution. But whenever necessary, the EDC Task Force responds by communicating information directly to the proper city departments or staff along with recommendations for action.

Finally, the EDC is continually developing new ideas and programs and expanding its communications network within the local community as well as with other city, state, and federal agencies.