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Welcome to Poteau Economic Development.
Poteau began as a trading post and has developed into the fastest growing rural area in Oklahoma. If you are looking for a place to live, work or play. Looking for place to grow your family or your business or yourself - we believe you will find that Poteau is "Above the Ordinary" in every way.
Poteau is located in east central part of Oklahoma and the county seat of Leflore County. Poteau has been listed twice in Norman Crampto's book "100 Best Small Towns in America"
As the Gateway to the Ouachita and Kiamichi Mountains and Lake Wister State Park, Poteau and Leflore County offer many outdoor recreational opportunities. Poteau is also home to the U.S. Senator Robert S. Kerr Museum and Conference Center.
Agriculture plays a big role in the economy of Poteau and LeFlore County, the county being the 4th largest producer of agriculture products in the State of Oklahoma. It is only natural that the food processing industry employs the largest number of employees in the county.
Light industries that produce plastics products and metal fabrication also provide jobs for a well-trained workforce. The Poteau Industrial Authority just began a Build-to-Suit Program for small manufactory companies needing help in the start-up phase.
In every way, prospective business and industry will find that Poteau is "Above the Ordinary".
