The City of Lander is dedicated to new and expanding businesses and enhancing economic development opportunities. The most typical activities are tourism marketing, facilitation of industrial development through land use policies, and creation of infrastructure framework that supports economic development
Mission Statement
Encourage economic development throughout the community that is consistent with adopted comprehensive plans; promote economic opportunity for all citizens of the community, especially for unemployed and disadvantaged persons; and encourage growth in areas experiencing insufficent economic growth, all within the capacities of the community's natural resources and local public facilities by:
- Fostering a more stable and diversified economy.
- Creating and sustaining employment opportunities.
- Strenghtening the skills and qualifications of our workforce.
- Improving living conditions throughout the community.
Labor Force
The City of Lander is home to a well trained labor force and has a
minimal amount of personnel problems for business & industry. Lander is
characterized by its loyal, dedicated workforce. Eagle Bronze, National
Outdoor Leadership School, State and Federal Government Agencies, Tourism
Related Businesses are the primary employers
Quality of Life
The Lander area can offer all the elements that are key to attracting
new industry and fostering existing industry growth. Located in the foothills
of Wind River Mountains, transportation, education, infrastructure and
a quality work force are all part of the package. The area can offer something
else as well: an outstanding quality of life for employees and their families.
Health Care
Health care needs are met by the modern and growing hospital, medical
clinic, more than # dentists and over # physicians in a variety of specialties.
Improvements and investments in health care have expanded women's and
children's health care as well.
Economic Growth
Growth in the retail sector has kept pace with industrial expansion and
Lander residents enjoy a variety of shopping options including a variety
of specialty shops in the historic downtown shopping district. The retail
sector provides strong support for the economy as well. With economic
growth has come a surge in residential construction to meet the area's
housing needs.
Should you require information concerning economic development in the Lander area, please contact Gary Michaud, Community Resource Coordinator by phone 307-332-2870 or Email