The city of Austin’s Economic Development Department (EDD) said it supported more than 27,000 jobs through its programs and services in 2024.
The department said it organized its work last year around three pillars:
- Create and retain jobs
- Amplify creative industries
- Build equitable, accessible and affordable communities
When it comes to creating and retaining jobs, the EDD said a vital part of that was the launch of the Austin Infrastructure Academy. The goal is to help build a local pipeline of workers for major construction and transportation projects in the region.