Project Grant 067906405
- The Department of Commerce's Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded $8.23 million to the City of Duluth, Minnesota under the Economic Adjustment Assistance (EAA) program on March 8, 2022. The project grant funding will support reconstruction of the Duluth Entertainment and Convention Center seawall, providing additional waterfront access and resiliency during storms while increasing viability for cruise ship services in Duluth. As the EAA program aims to assist regions facing...
- The U.S. Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded $1,477,423 under the Economic Adjustment Assistance (EAA) federal grant program to Swift County, Minnesota on August 9, 2022. The funding will support redevelopment and enhancement of the Appleton Area Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Park in Benson, Minnesota. Specifically, the project aims to ensure the long-term viability of the OHV Park as a critical source of tourism-based economic activity. Improvements to the...
- The Department of Commerce's Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded $3.19 million under the Economic Adjustment Assistance (EAA) program to the Mount Washington Valley Trails Association on September 13, 2022. The funding will support the construction of a 2.2-mile multi-use recreational trail in North Conway, New Hampshire. Specifically, the EDA investment will assist the Association with extending an existing path from the Cranmore Mountain Resort north to the Intervale Scenic...
- The U.S. Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a $500,000 Project Grant to the Upper Minn Valley Regional Development Commission (UMVRDC) on April 5, 2022 under the Economic Adjustment Assistance (EAA) program (CFDA #11.307). The grant funds will capitalize a $500,000 revolving loan fund (RLF) to be administered by UMVRDC. The RLF will provide loans to small businesses and entrepreneurs across five counties in Minnesota - Big Stone, Swift, Lac Qui Parle,...
- The Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded $669,570 under the Economic Adjustment Assistance (EAA) program to support renovations and improvements at the Mayo Civic Center and Chateau Theatre in Rochester, Minnesota. Funded activities will help revive the region's travel and tourism industry in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic through building upgrades at the civic center and historic theatre. Once completed, the project aims to bolster the regional economy...
- The Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration awarded a $592,850 Project Grant to the City of Mahnomen, Minnesota on June 3, 2021 under the Economic Adjustment Assistance (EAA) program (CFDA 11.307). The funding will support infrastructure improvements in Mahnomen to address adverse economic impacts. The EAA program provides planning, public works, and infrastructure assistance to regions experiencing sudden or gradual economic changes. The City of Mahnomen will leverage the...
- The Economic Development Administration awarded the City of Isle, Minnesota $485,935 under the Economic Adjustment Assistance (CFDA 11.307) federal grant program on August 29, 2022. The funding will support the city's construction of its new Isle Industrial Park, creating four lots totaling 16 acres of developable industrial space to attract new businesses and enable expansion of existing companies. With an additional 57 acres planned for future development, the new infrastructure aims to foster...
- This $500,000 Project Grant from the Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration supports the East Central Regional Development Commission in establishing a revolving loan fund to provide financing to businesses and entrepreneurs across five counties in Minnesota as the region recovers from the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The funding is provided through the Economic Adjustment Assistance program, which aims to support regions experiencing adverse economic changes....
- The Department of Commerce's Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a $4.4 million Project Grant to the City of Austin, Minnesota under the Economic Adjustment Assistance (EAA) program (CFDA 11.307). The funding will support infrastructure upgrades at the 57-acre Creekside Business Park in Mower County to boost business and job growth. Specifically, the grant will allow for development of a 57-acre parcel at the business park, attracting new businesses and jobs to the region. Once...
- The U.S. Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a $2,565,000 Project Grant to the Sault Convention and Visitors Bureau under the Economic Adjustment Assistance (EAA) program (CFDA #11.307) on September 6, 2022. The funding will support enhancements to tourism infrastructure at the Sault Ste. Marie International 500 Raceway in Chippewa County, Michigan. Specifically, the EDA investment will construct new roads and a parking lot at the raceway, as well as a vendor...
The U.S. Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded the City of Ely, Minnesota $2,687,702 under the Economic Adjustment Assistance (EAA) program on July 12, 2022. The funding will support construction of a new Ely Regional Trailhead Facility, which will enhance the region's attractiveness as a tourist destination in Saint Louis County. Ely's economy relies significantly more on tourism than the rest of Minnesota, with pandemic-related business closures reducing tourism-related payrolls by up to 18% from 2020 to 2021. The new trailhead facility will provide amenities such as restrooms, vending machines, and common areas to welcome tourists to the region and support local businesses as the area recovers from fluctuations in tourism. The project aims to increase employment opportunities, spur private investment, and advance regional economic resiliency.
Mod # | Description | ReasonForModification | Federal Obligation | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not listed | $1.5m | 7/12/22 |