The Development Authority of Columbia County, is a quasi-governmental agency that acts as a conduit for unique financing tools designed for businesses and is the lead economic development agency for the county. Our goal is to serve Columbia County, Georgia by helping to create an environment that is conducive for economic growth - the creation of new jobs and new capital investment. Using a variety of marketing, financial, and strategic planning tools, the Development Authority of Columbia County seeks to recruit quality businesses and a talented workforce AND to help retain and expand existing firms in the county, all for the benefit of the county's diverse population.