Economic Development Corporation
The Lockney Economic Development Corporation (LEDC) works to grow local business and improve quality of life.
About the LEDC
The City of Lockney created the LEDC to increase economic prosperity and promote economic development throughout the community. The LEDC replaces the former Opportunity Lockney. It also works to build partnerships with other organizations that can improve economic prosperity and quality of life in Lockney.
What the LEDC does
- Administers the city’s Type B economic development revenue
- Advises city leaders on economic development and quality-of-life plans, including the Economic Development Strategic Plan
Board of Directors
| Member | Position | Place | Appointed | Term expires |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brent Barker | President | 1 | 10/01/2021 | 2026 |
| Cheryl Edwards | Director | 2 | 10/01/2021 | 2026 |
| Kevin Stennett | Director | 3 | 5/21/2024 | 2026 |
| Amber Graves | Treasurer | 4 | 11/19/2024 | 2027 |
| Corbin Kellison | Director | 5 | 11/17/2024 | 2027 |
| Esmeralda Sanchez | Director | 6 | 11/19/2024 | 2027 |
| Michael DeLeon | Vice President | 7 | 11/19/2024 | 2027 |
The board has seven members and elects a President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer. It usually meets monthly and holds special meetings as needed. New members take part in an orientation and training.
Serving on the board
To serve, you must live in the City of Lockney or Floyd County, or within 10 miles of the city limits in a county next to Floyd County. You cannot be an employee, elected official or appointed official of the City of Lockney.
The ideal board member has business or industry experience, understands budgets and development finance, cares about Lockney’s economy and quality of life, looks for creative solutions with partners, and brings leadership, patience and good humor.
Bylaws
LEDC 2025 Amended & Restated Bylaws
LEDC meetings
LEDC agendas and minutes are posted with all city meetings on Agendas & Minutes.
Available at City Hall on request.