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2021 Annual Report

June 2, 2022 ·

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Community and Business Development Specialist in West Central Minnesota

March 22, 2022 ·

Community and Economic Development Associates (CEDA) seeks an individual to fill a Community and Business Development Specialist position.
Interested, qualified individuals may submit resume and cover letter to info@cedausa.com.

About the Organization
CEDA was created in 1986 as a private, 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation then called the Southeastern Minnesota Development Corporation. In 2010, the agency became Community & Economic Development Associates (CEDA) as a result of increased interest and inquiries received from communities outside of the agency’s original service area of Southeast Minnesota. The name change reflects CEDA’s commitment to providing services to fit the needs of any rural community. CEDA provides onsite and/or project based economic and community development services to rural communities and counties in Minnesota and Iowa currently. Our team brings with it over 150 years of collective development experience. For additional information about CEDA and the services we provide, check out our website at www.cedausa.com.

Job Title: Community and Business Development Specialist

Number of Openings: 1

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Starting Salary Range: $40,000-$50,000; Depending on Qualifications

Location: West Central Minnesota

Hours 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. Occasional early morning and/or evening meetings may be required.

Position Description
This position will be responsible for the execution of work necessary to serve CEDA’s Community Support Program contracts. Responsibilities could include (but are not limited to):

  • Working with boards and community members to create and implement quality of life projects/improvements such as park development, pools, and other amenities.
  • Researching, compiling and drafting information for grant proposals.
    – Providing necessary reporting for various grant awarding agencies.
  • Developing relationships with relevant regional, state and federal organizations.
  • Promoting and utilizing economic development tools/programs to incent job creation and tax base growth.
  • Carrying out and ensuring the quality of community marketing efforts.
    – Measuring the performance of community marketing objectives.
  • Attending workshops and trainings relevant to the position.
  • Publicly presenting at open meetings.
  • Communicating with local press to share accomplishments.
  • Providing business development assistance for startup businesses and businesses looking to expand or relocate.
  • Cultivating relationships with existing businesses to promote the sustentation and retention of those businesses in the communities served.
  • Improving residential housing development options and availability.
  • Completing other duties as assigned.

The Community and Business Development Specialist will report to CEDA’s management team consisting of the company’s Vice Presidents, Senior Vice President and President/CEO.

Qualifications
CEDA is looking for a team member who wants more than just a job. We’re seeking a passionate, engaging individual who can find excitement and value in the important work that our organization does.

The ideal candidates should be self-motivated, possess high business morals, have excellent oral/written communication skills, and be energetic, results-oriented, and able to develop productive relationships. Qualified applicants should have applicable experience or a degree in community/economic development, public administration, business administration, marketing, management, or another relevant field

Applicant must have a valid driver’s license and reliable means of transportation.

Non-Discrimination Statement
In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, religious creed, disability, age, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA.
Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g. Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.), should contact the Agency (State or local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English. To file a program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, (AD-3027) found online at: http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, and at any USDA office, or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form.

To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) fax: (202) 690-7442; or (3) email: program.intake@usda.gov.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Downtown Highway Campus Land for Sale – Black River Falls, WI

February 22, 2022 ·

Jackson County, Wisconsin is selling land for the development of the Downtown Highway Campus
located at 119-23 Harrison Street, Black River Falls, WI.





Community and Business Development Specialist in Southwest MN – Mankato Area

February 15, 2022 ·

Community and Economic Development Associates (CEDA) seeks an individual to fill a Community and Business Development Specialist position
Interested, qualified individuals may submit resume and cover letter to info@cedausa.com.

Job Title: Community and Business Development Specialist

Number of Openings: 1 Full-Time/Part-Time—open to Full-Time or Part-Time consideration

Starting Salary Range: $40,000-$50,000; Depending on Qualifications

Location: Southwest MN – Mankato area

Hours: 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. Occasional early morning and/or evening meetings may be required

Position Description— This position will be responsible for the execution of work necessary to serve CEDA’s Community Support Program contracts. Responsibilities could include (but are not limited to):

  • Working with boards and community members to create and implement quality of life projects/improvements such as park development, pools, and other amenities
  • Researching, compiling and drafting information for grant
    • Providing necessary reporting for various grant awarding
  • Developing relationships with relevant regional, state and federal
  • Promoting and utilizing economic development tools/programs to incent job creation and tax base
  • Carrying out and ensuring the quality of community marketing
    • Measuring the performance of community marketing objectives.
  • Attending workshops and trainings relevant to the
  • Publicly presenting at open
  • Communicating with local press to share
  • Providing business development assistance for startup businesses and businesses looking to expand or
  • Cultivating relationships with existing businesses to promote the sustentation and retention of those businesses in the communities served.
  • Improving residential housing development options and availability.
  • Completing other duties as

The Community and Business Development Specialist will report to CEDA’s management team consisting of the company’s Vice Presidents, Senior Vice President and President/CEO.

Qualifications—CEDA is looking for a team member who wants more than just a job. We’re seeking a passionate, engaging individual who can find excitement and value in the important work that our organization does.

The ideal candidates should be self-motivated, possess high business morals, have excellent oral/written communication skills, and be energetic, results-oriented, and able to develop productive relationships. Qualified applicants should have applicable experience or a degree in community/economic development, public administration, business administration, marketing, management, or another relevant field

 

Applicant must have a valid driver’s license and reliable means of transportation.


Non-Discrimination Statement
–In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, religious creed, disability, age, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA.

Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g. Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.), should contact the Agency (State or local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English. To file a program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, (AD-3027) found online at: http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, and at any USDA office, or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form.

To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) fax: (202) 690-7442; or (3) email: program.intake@usda.gov.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

About the Organization
CEDA was created in 1986 as a private, 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation then called the Southeastern Minnesota Development Corporation. In 2010, the agency became Community & Economic Development Associates (CEDA) as a result of increased interest and inquiries received from communities outside of the agency’s original service area of Southeast Minnesota. The name change reflects CEDA’s commitment to providing services to fit the needs of any rural community. CEDA provides onsite and/or project based economic and community development services to rural communities and counties in Minnesota, Wisconsin and Iowa currently. Our team brings with it over 150 years of collective development experience. For additional information about CEDA and the services we provide, check out our website at www.cedausa.com.

Fillmore County Economic Development Authority to host Agriculture Summit Thursday, February 24, 2022, at Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center

January 5, 2022 ·

Fillmore County Ag Summit

Area farm families, businesses, and the general public are invited to attend this free event at Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center located at 28097 Goodview Dr., Lanesboro, MN 55949 on February 24th 2022, from 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM. A light breakfast will be provided, and sessions will run approximately 25 minutes. This year’s schedule includes presentations on Regenerative Ag Practices, Agricultural Entrepreneurship, Emotional Wellness for Agriculture Families, Succession Planning for Agriculture Business, Investment in Specialty Crops, and Financial Risk Management.

“Agriculture is one of the two greatest economic drivers in Fillmore County, and it influences almost every aspect of our daily lives,” says Fillmore County EDA Board Member, Karen Reisner. “Farmers support many businesses in the county, state, and country, and agriculture industry today includes a diverse group of small and large farming operations.”

Agriculture remains the primary economic driver in Fillmore County according to the 2017 Census of Agriculture. The census, conducted every 5 years, counted over 1400 farms in Fillmore County, contributing around $291 million in agricultural products sold. Approximately 32% of all farms represent operations less than 50 acres in size. With more than 375,500 acres dedicated to agriculture in Fillmore County, innovation and process improvements remain a critical part of the continued success of the agriculture industry.

Fillmore County EDA Director Chris Hahn states that “our EDA feels it is important to connect local agriculture businesses and professionals with our farm families in Fillmore County and the neighboring communities” adding that the goal is “really to provide resources for our farm family businesses and offer real-world examples of successful and evolving business practices.”

The 2022 Fillmore County Agriculture Summit is presented by the Fillmore County Economic Development Authority, F&M Community Bank, MiEnergy Cooperative, Dairyland Power Cooperative, and MiBroadband, in association with Community and Economic Development Associates (CEDA).

This is a free event, but registration is requested to estimate the number of attendees. To register, please go to 2022fillmorecountyagriculturesummit.eventbrite.com.

For more information about the 2022 Fillmore County Agriculture Summit, please contact Chris Hahn, Fillmore County EDA Director at 612-327-9729, or via email at chris.hahn@cedausa.com.

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