Vision 2040 – a chance to look forward and prepare our community for the next 20 years.
It’s an exciting time to live and work in Gillette, and we’re seeking a team of citizens who want to help chart the future of our community for the next 20 years. Learn about Vision 2040 and how you can help.
Rotary Presentation
Phil Christopherson, CEO of Energy Capital Economic Development, Mary Melaragno, Director of Business Retention and Expansion, and Judith Semple, volunteer with FUEL Business Incubator, gave a presentation to Gillette Energy Rotary Club on July 25. If you know an organization who would like to learn more about Economic Development or the FUEL Business Incubator, please have ...
Coal Mine Tours Resume
The Campbell County Convention and Visitors Bureau is now offering tours of Buckskin Mine. These tours are a fantastic opportunity to tour an open pit coal mine. You will see firsthand the daily operations of the mine as well as how the land is reclaimed after mining is complete. Tours are offered through August 30, Monday through ...
Save the Date
Save the date for our Annual Event on September 26. The evening will feature a great dinner, dynamic speakers and an exciting silent auction. Stay tuned for further updates.
Volunteer Director Needed
Energy Capital Economic Development is looking for an energetic, committed individual to serve as the volunteer Director of the FUEL Business Incubator. This is a perfect opportunity for a retired executive or other person with strong business skills to make an impact in the community. This volunteer works with the incubator Steering Committee to set policies ...
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Campbell County population:
46,140
Median Income:
$80,178
Primary industries:
Energy (oil and gas, coal), medical, school district
Top five employers:
Campbell County School District; Peabody Energy; Thunder Basin Coal; Campbell County Health; Cloud Peak Energy
Tax Rate:
Personal income 0%; Corporate Income 0%; Sales Tax 5% (State 4% - County 1%)
Unemployment Rate:
4.7%
Business Organizations:
Powder River Energy Corp Economic Development
Campbell County Convention and Visitors Bureau
Campbell County Chamber of Commerce
Small Business Development Center
Transportation:
Gillette-Campbell County Airport
Fire and Rescue:
Arts, Recreation & Entertainment:
Campbell County Rockpile Museum
Gillette Country Club Golf Course
Haycreek Golf Club (Wright, Wyoming)
Disc Golf at Dalbey Memorial Park and Cam-Plex Park
State of Wyoming and Local Government:
Campbell County School District
University of Wyoming - School of Energy Research
