Development & economy in Minnesota local government
What Minnesota city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about development & economy — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
3,557 Minnesota meetings since 2024 covered development & economy. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Minnesota with the most development & economy activity
- St. Paul, MN (102)
- Faribault County, MN (93)
- Monticello, MN (88)
- Arden Hills, MN (79)
- Northfield, MN (70)
- Fergus Falls, MN (66)
- Rochester, MN (64)
- St. Peter, MN (60)
- Chaska, MN (58)
- Maple Grove, MN (56)
- New Ulm, MN (48)
- St. Joseph, MN (48)
Latest matching meetings
Council reviews 2040 Comp Plan elements, land use changes
The Loretto City Council held a workshop to review the 2040 Comprehensive Plan process, including Metropolitan Council requirements and system statements. They discussed potential land use changes, notably the current Fire Department site at 259 N. Medina Street being considered for Mixed Use designation. No formal…
Planning Commission to decide on multiple shoreland development applications
The Hubbard County Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment will meet on September 28, 2026, to review and decide on several land-use applications. These include conditional use permits, shoreland ordinance amendments, preliminary plats, minor subdivisions, and variance requests for properties near lakes in Hubbard…
Big Lake EDA meeting for September 14, 2026 cancelled
The Big Lake Economic Development Authority meeting scheduled for September 14, 2026, has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will occur at this meeting.
HRA to approve bond amendments for three affordable housing projects
The Housing & Redevelopment Authority will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to approve amendments and reissuance of conduit multifamily housing revenue bonds for three affordable housing projects: Emma Norton/Restoring Waters and Nellie Francis Court, located at 801 Mt Curve Boulevard, 2265 Hillcrest…
Planning Commission to review variance, subdivision, PUD, and code amendments
The Arden Hills Planning Commission is meeting to consider several planning cases, including a variance request, a minor subdivision, a master and final planned unit development with conditional use permit and site plan review, and two ordinance amendments to the Subdivisions and Sign Codes. The commission will also…
HPC to decide on covered patio at historic 400 Oak St home
The Heritage Preservation Commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for a covered patio at 400 Oak Street, a historic 1858 home. The commission will also discuss a preservation award. The meeting includes approval of the August minutes and other routine business.
Planning Commission to review Big Woods Business Park final plan and TIF district
The Chaska Planning Commission is meeting to consider consent items, including recommending approval of the final site and building plan and final plat for Big Woods Business Park Phase 1 (Scannell, PC #2026-16) and a resolution finding that the Tax Increment Financing (TIF) plan for TIF District 26 conforms with the…
Council to review roundabout, prosecution, redevelopment, water updates
The Lake Elmo City Council workshop on September 8, 2026, will receive presentations and discuss several items: intersection improvements for CSAH 10/17/CR 17B (including a roundabout layout), Lake Elmo prosecution services, Civic District redevelopment involving the former elementary school and Fury Motors, community…
New Ulm Economic Development Authority to Approve 2027 Budget and Loans
The New Ulm Economic Development Authority (EDA) will meet to approve the 2027 budget, authorize a $800,000 loan to the Oak Hills Living Center, and approve a fund transfer of $85,470.48 from the Garden Terrace Fund to the EDA Fund. The board will also review updates to the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher payment…
Council to consider condemning 717 Summit Street and discuss 2027 budget
The Eveleth City Council workshop will consider condemnation of the dwelling at 717 Summit Street, following a July 2025 hearing that ordered the owner to vacate and provide repair quotes. The council will also discuss the 2027 budget, a wage study, and updates on open positions, including a proposed Community Service…
Council to consider condemning 717 Summit Street and review wage study
The Eveleth City Council workshop will discuss condemning the dwelling at 717 Summit Street, following a prior hearing that found it unfit for occupancy. The council will also review a wage study proposal, the status of open positions including a code enforcement role, and other items such as the school redevelopment…
HRA to consider $75K St. Francis demolition, $13.7K Columbus study, $157K insurance, 2027 budget
The Anoka County Housing and Redevelopment Authority Management Committee will consider recommending approval of four action items: $75,000 for abatement and demolition in St. Francis, $13,743 for a corridor study in Columbus, $157,057 for insurance renewal, and adoption of the 2027 budget and special benefit tax…
Moorhead Library Board to review draft self-service access policies
The Moorhead Library Board will meet to approve minutes, hear updates on downtown development and the summer reading program, and review draft policies for self-service library access. No formal decisions are scheduled.
Economic Development Authority to discuss 2027 budget and tax levy
The Moorhead Economic Development Authority will meet to review its 2027 budget and consider a resolution to approve the maximum 2027 EDA tax levy. The meeting also includes discussions on Moorhead's border city strategy and a workers' compensation rebate program.
Council to review Robinson South and Wilkinson Waters PUD plans
The Lino Lakes City Council will hold a work session to discuss several development and planning items, including concept plans for the Robinson South PUD and an amendment to the Wilkinson Waters PUD for single-family lots. They will also discuss a transportation study for the I35E corridor, a public works project…
Clay County Commissioners to hear budget presentations and policy updates
The Clay County Board of Commissioners will meet to hear budget presentations from the Lake Agassiz Regional Library and Downtown Moorhead Inc, consider a one-time policy exception, and vote on a resolution to appoint the County Auditor/Treasurer. The meeting also includes committee reports and a public comment period.
EDA to receive presentation on redevelopment partnerships and TIF assistance
The Robbinsdale Economic Development Authority will review the minutes from the August 12, 2026, meeting. The meeting includes a presentation by Jason Arsvold of Ehlers Public Finance LLC regarding redevelopment project partnerships and public assistance, including Tax Increment Financing (TIF).
EDA to review 2027 preliminary budget and facade program
The North St. Paul Economic Development Authority will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially act on the 2027 preliminary budget and receive updates on the Facade Improvement Program. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from prior meetings and an open forum for public comment on non-agenda items.
County reviews 2027 supplemental budget for economic growth team
The Budget Committee of the Whole is discussing the Economic Growth and Community Investment Service Team's 2027 supplemental budget and performance measures (item 2026-338). This is a review and discussion item, not a final decision.
EDA regular meeting; agenda document only, no items listed
This is the agenda for the Stacy Economic Development Authority regular meeting on September 2, 2026. The agenda text contains only the meeting title and a reference to a PDF document, with no specific agenda items, proposals, or discussion topics listed. The meeting appears to be scheduled, but the substance of what…
HPC to discuss RTC redevelopment NDA, CLG grant delay, bell tower
The Fergus Falls Heritage Preservation Commission is meeting to discuss several updates: a delayed state grant for the downtown historic district nomination, a new nondisclosure agreement with GFY Custom Crafts LLC for potential RTC campus redevelopment (focused on housing, nonprofit, and retail, not a data center)…
Cokato council to review 2027 budget and industrial park lot sale
The Cokato City Council will hold a special meeting to receive the City Administrator’s report on the 2027 budget and a new finance position. Public Works will discuss a possible dump/plow truck purchase and a sewer repair at 200 Century Avenue Southwest. Economic Development will review the sale of an industrial park…
Carlton County reviews C-PACE loan plan and holds public hearing on road transfers
The Committee of the Whole will review budget presentations for five departments and hold a public hearing on road transfers. The agenda includes a discussion of the Arrowhead C-PACE Revolving Loan Fund, which finances energy and water improvements for commercial properties. The board will also discuss the Cloquet…
Ramsey County approves $150,000 settlement and $200,000 fund transfer for redevelopment
The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners will vote on a $150,000 legal settlement and a $200,000 internal fund transfer to support the Building Stronger Together initiative. The board will also approve multi-year agreements for emergency services and election recounts, and authorize a grant application for courthouse…
Commission to review downtown small area plan update
The Parks, Arts & Recreation Commission is meeting jointly to discuss the Downtown Small Area Plan update, receive updates from the Monticello Community Center (MCC) and Monti Arts, and review draft minutes from a previous meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.
EDA and PARC to discuss downtown small area plan update
The Monticello Economic Development Authority is holding a joint meeting with the Parks, Arts, Recreation, and Culture (PARC) commission. The primary agenda item is an update on the Downtown Small Area Plan, which will be discussed. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.
EDA to hear SBDC visit, comprehensive plan update, downtown sidewalk program status
The St. Peter Economic Development Authority is meeting to hear from the Small Business Development Center, receive an update on the Comprehensive Plan from consultants Bolton & Menk, and discuss the status of downtown sidewalks and pavement areas regarding a potential Central Business District improvement program…
EDA August meeting canceled; next set for Sept 24
The Winona County Economic Development Authority meeting scheduled for August 27, 2026, has been canceled by Planning & Environmental Services. The next EDA meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 24, 2026, at 4:30 pm in the County Office Building, 202 West Third St, Winona, MN. This notice contains no agenda…
EDA to vote on buying remaining half of 8130 Afton Road for $775,000
The Woodbury Economic Development Authority will consider approving the acquisition of the remaining 50 percent interest in the property at 8130 Afton Road, which would give the city full ownership. The board will also vote on routine consent agenda items, including approval of minutes and the 2025 audited financial…
Council to approve Condit Street redevelopment vision plan and request for proposals
The Little Canada City Council will review a partial payment request for the Spooner Park parking lot project and approve a local planning grant from the Metropolitan Council. The meeting includes a staff report on an ordinance amending massage and tactile wellness regulations, followed by the Economic Development…
EDA to vote on buying remaining half of 8130 Afton Road for $775,000
The Woodbury Economic Development Authority will consider approving the acquisition of the remaining 50 percent interest in the property at 8130 Afton Road, using $775,000 from the EDA Fund. The board will also vote on routine consent items, including approval of the January 28, 2026 minutes and the audited 2025…
EDA to consider FY27 budget, housing lots, and tax abatement renewal
The East Grand Forks Economic Development Authority will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including the renewal of the Residential Tax Abatement Program, updates on the Simplot RFP, a lease renewal for Galstad, Jensen, & McCann P.A., the FY27 budget, and a housing and lots…
Park commission to review park dedication funds and project updates
The Delano Park and Recreation Commission is meeting to review the Park Dedication Capital Fund and receive updates on several park projects, including the Downtown Pocket Park, Sunset Community Park, and Spirit Park. The agenda also includes approval of the July 22, 2026 minutes and other business.
EDC to discuss Business Connect and 2027 work plan
The Arden Hills Economic Development Commission will convene to approve the agenda and minutes, receive reports from the City Council and staff, and discuss the Business Connect program and the EDC work plan. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.
HRA to review budget and TIF update
The Housing & Redevelopment Authority will hear a staff report on the Planning and Economic Development and HRA budget, followed by an update on Tax Increment Financing (TIF). No votes or public hearings are scheduled; the meeting is informational.
EDA to discuss subsidy programs, 2027 levy, and boardwalk plans
The Watertown Economic Development Authority will consider approving meeting minutes and a payment for holiday billboard rental, then discuss EDA subsidy programs and the 2027 levy request. They will also review concept plans for the boardwalk small area plan and a veteran memorial. The meeting is primarily for…
Council to review West Development master plan, police records system
The Floodwood City Council will consider several items, including approving a master plan for the West Development Project, a police records management system agreement, and a quote for campground playground equipment. They will also discuss online codification of ordinances and a future well control panel project…
Park Board to discuss National Fitness Campaign for outdoor fitness courts
The Hanover Park Board will meet to discuss the National Fitness Campaign, a program that could bring outdoor fitness equipment to city parks. The board previously toured all five parks and the new Oakridge View site to consider improvements. This meeting is primarily a discussion of the campaign's potential, with no…
Planning Commission to weigh land-use change and new commercial building
The Rosemount Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two requests: a land-use amendment for 1.94 acres along County Road 42, and a site plan review for a multi-tenant commercial building with a drive-through. The commission will also consider approving the July 28, 2026 meeting minutes.
Council to review 2027 supplemental budget, transit finances, economic mobility
The City Council study session will hear presentations on the 2027 recommended supplemental operating budget, Rochester Public Transit's financial outlook and strategic direction, and updates on economic mobility programs. The session also includes a review of the study session schedule. These are discussion items…