Brainerd EDA

Brainerd Economic Development Authority (EDA) is committed to helping businesses of all sizes feel at home in the economic center of the Brainerd Lakes area. The EDA is dedicated to enhancing Brainerd’s economic vitality and expanding tax base and employment opportunities within the city limits. We are committed to working with you whether you have an existing business in the city or are thinking of relocating or expanding into our community.

––– Brainerd EDA –––

first stop for business

The EDA is your first stop for business development assistance in Brainerd, including:

  • Site selection for large or small business
  • Business expansion and relocation financing resources
  • Referral source for business start-up assistance
  • Redevelopment assistance
  • Gap financing referrals
  • Economic development rates on utilities

Purpose

Advise City Council on economic development issues such as tax increment financing, revolving loan fund applications, business expansion and retention, downtown grant applications, and annexation.

7:30 a.m. Meets the 1st Thursday of Every Second Month

Members

  • Paul Sandy – term expires 09/07/2028
  • Kevin Yeager – term expires 09/07/2027
  • Marie Kirsch – term expires 09/07/2027
  • Toni Bieser – term expires 09/07/2025
  • Justin Grecula – term expires 09/07/2026
  • VACANT – term expires 09/07/2026
  • Council Member Mike O’Day (Council Liaison) – term expires 12/31/2024
  • Council Member Gabe Johnson (Council Liaison) – term expires 12/31/2024

Authority Recommended by Mayor, Approved by Council