As a member, you will help to shape the future of north central West Virginia as we plan projects and develop programs that are critical to expanding the economy of the area. These activities may include a regional economic development marketing plan, studies of our regional transportation infrastructure, workforce assessment for biometric companies, development of new business and industrial parks and a feasibility study of additional retail/commercial development in the area. We are interested in economic growth and expansion, education, workforce training, infrastructure and comprehensive planning.

The goal of the I-79 Development Council is to nurture and retain the traditional business base and to promote economic diversity through the development of dynamic new sectors.

Interstate 79 serves as the commercial and commuter corridor anchoring North-Central WV. Other major corridors connecting with it are I-68 East, Route 50 West and Route 33 East.

I-79 Development Council is growing, and we invite you to connect with us.

Deana Keener,
President