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Accomplishments in Talent Attraction and Education:
Recently named a Ford Motor Company Fund, 21st Century Education
"Leadership Level" community.
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Home > Economic Development
The favorable business climate in Santa Rosa County has attracted dozens of businesses and manufacturers from all over the country.
Site availability and price are attractive, with choices in ready-to-go industrial settings or raw land to build on. Water is pure and abundant; road, air, railway and water transportation is readily available; a skilled workforce, including many military retirees, provides an excellent source of employees; and industrial revenue bond financing is available within state guidelines. Another key to the area's success in economic development is the willingness of local officials to work closely with new businesses to meet their specific needs.
Team Santa Rosa Economic Development Council, Inc. is an organized membership of business leaders, private citizens and government officials working together to provide a combination of talent and skills to plan and develop job growth for Santa Rosa County.
Team Santa Rosa is a public/private not-for-profit corporation. The board of directors, which meets quarterly, is comprised of trustee members, representatives from cities and the county, and representatives from chambers of commerce. An executive committee, elected by the board of directors, meets on a monthly basis. Standing committees comprised of volunteers throughout the county assist in specific issues of Business/Marketing, Steering Committee, Military, and Finance. Team Santa Rosa corporate and private members, government representatives and staff are committed to the support and positive growth of Santa Rosa County.
 Team Santa Rosa Web Site
The Santa Rosa County Small Business Development Center is available to area business and residents requiring assistance with starting a new business, expanding an existing business, developing business plans, obtaining economic and demographic information and statistics. Appointments for consultations can be made by calling (850) 595-0063.
Small Business Development Center Web Site
Milton, the county seat of Santa Rosa County, is located near the center of the western Florida Panhandle county, adjacent to the Blackwater River. The City of Milton is among the oldest cities in Florida, incorporated in 1844 under the Florida Territorial Acts of 1844. In Milton's founding days, the Blackwater River served as the main transportation artery for its timber, lumber, brick, naval stores and ship building industries. Legend has it that the area was also referred to by one of its most irritating features: the brambles and briars that once grew along the banks of the river. Hence, in it's early days Milton was referred to as "Scratch Ankle". Census estimates currently put Milton; a roughly five square mile city, at a population of over 7,000 residents. Milton is a vital, progressive city that is still able to maintain the fine balance between small town charm and modern urban life. While the growth in new housing continues, historic preservation remains important, as exhibited in the City's Downtown Historic District. Large live oak, pine and magnolia trees provide shade and beauty. In the late winter and early spring, almost every yard is ablaze with the colorful blooms of the azalea and the camellia.
City of Milton Web Site
The Administrative Offices of the Santa Rosa County Commission are located off Highway 90 in Milton. Please see website for information on how to contact County Commissioners, County Park Operations, Public Works, Business Licenses & Tax Information.
Santa Rosa County Commission Web Site
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