Bourbon County Business Development

Resources For Success

A Place Where Many Industries Thrive

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Healthcare and Social Assistance

A healthy community is one of Bourbon County’s top priorities. Several healthcare providers serve the Bourbon County community with primary care, emergency department, and many ancillary services.

Nationwide, employment in healthcare services increased 92% from 1990 to 2015. For Bourbon County, in 2017, health services ranked number 3 in terms of employment. Also, in 2017, the health care sector’s impact on retail sales was $19,308,000, county sales tax impact of $270,000, and a total impact of $65,378,000. (Kansas Health Association, 2017)

Retail Trade

Just take a stroll down Historic Downtown Fort Scott and you will see the momentum and revitalization! You will fnd shops, retaurants, bars, and housing. Perfectly situated along Highway 69 directly across from the National Fort Scott Historic Site!

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Agriculture

The majority of our land use in Bourbon County is for agriculture, with over 50% of the farms being Beef Cattle Ranch & Farms. We are also very proud of the woodland area, touting some of the best hunting and outdoor recreation in the region.

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Manufacturing

The Fort Scott Industrial Park houses several major manufacturers, a sector that pays, on average, 21.7% above average. Located south of Fort Scott on Highway 69, there is plenty of room for growth with shovel ready land available!

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Educational Services

Home to Fort Scott Community College, nationally renowned for the Rodeo Program! Bourbon County also boasts two school districts that see pride in offering fine arts courses!

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Fort Scott Community College

Fort Scott School District 234

Uniontown School District 235

Bourbon County Workforce and Entrepreneur Resource Center

COVID-19 Small Business Support

Guidance and Loan Resources

COVID Relief for Businesses

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Help For Childcare Facilities

In partnership with BWERC, Southeast KANSASWORKS is offering help for unlicensed home child care facilities with a new Childcare Center Support & Incentive Program.

Small Business Development Services

The Kansas SBDC at Pittsburg State University serves as the regional consulting resource for the small business owner. Whether it’s an existing business looking to boost sales or a start-up
trying to get of the ground, the Kansas SBDC at PSU provides their clients with quality professional and personal care. A majority of their services come at no cost.

Free Classes for Local Businesses

Get help reaching customers where they are – online! Bourbon County is offering free help for website-building and online marketing for 20 local businesses.

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Starting a Business?

Here are helpful resources!

Business Resource Guide

PSU Small Business Development Center Resources

Bourbon County Business Incentives

We help our businesses thrive!

Neighborhood Revitalization

Evergy Energy Incentives

Business Incentives

SPARK Incentive Recipients

Find An Ideal Location For Your Business

Featured Sites in Bourbon County

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Bourbon County Industrial Park

Bourbon County Economic News

November 12, 2021 Special Commission Meeting Minutes

November 12, 2021 Friday at 2 pm The Bourbon County Commission met in open session with Lynne, Jim, Clifton, the County Counselor, and the County Clerk. Also present for the meeting were Eric Bailey and Susan Bancroft. ...

November 16, 2021 Commission Meeting Minutes

November 16, 2021 Tuesday at 9 am The Bourbon County Commission met in open session with Lynne, Jim, Clifton, the County Counselor and the County Clerk. Also present for the meeting were, (some were present for a portion of...

November 9, 2021 Commission Meeting Minutes

Clifton made a motion to approve the minutes from october 12th. Jim seconded. All approved. Eric stated there were two new permits. First one's a utility permit for Crawkan working up in the northeast part of the county on state line. That's the area that...