In 1968, the Wilkinson County Board of Commissioners recognized the need for an industrial development authority for the purpose of negotiating, developing and promoting industry, commerce, and natural resources for the public good and general welfare.
Since 1968 the Development Authority of Wilkinson County (DAWC) has transformed into the agency responsible for assisting Existing Business and Industry in Wilkinson County and recruiting New Business and Industry to the County and our six cities: