How the City of Elk River Economic Development Authority Supports Businesses and Residents

This article originally appeared on and was written for the City of Elk River Economic Development by Golden Shovel Agency.

When a new business opens in the City of Elk River, residents rush to support it. They want to see local entrepreneurs, franchisees, or newly-arrived companies thrive, while also enjoying the products and services they provide. However, the process to open that business starts long before construction teams break ground on a parcel of land. Businesses are often actively recruited to the area and guided through the building process. The Economic Development Authority (EDA) is an important driver of economic growth.

“We try to be the best advocates for businesses within government,” says Brent O'Neil, Economic Development Director for the City of Elk River. “We’re an approachable group that can either help people directly or show them where they can get their questions answered.”

If you aren’t familiar with the EDA, now is a great time to learn what it does. Here’s the impact economic development has on the City of Elk River and how you can get involved in the future of this region.

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