The Economic Development Authority (EDA) facilitates economic growth by supporting existing businesses, by fostering reinvestment in the community, and by supporting the creation of new businesses, jobs, and housing. The EDA provides technical and financial assistance to businesses seeking to expand or start-up in Arlington.
EDA Board
The City has established a seven-member EDA Board to promote and provide for industrial and economic development and redevelopment within the City. The Board meets the second Monday of each month at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall (204 Shamrock Drive).
**Agendas & Minutes Available**
EDA Offers Assistance To Businesses
Arlington Child Care Loan Program
Residential Rental Rehab Program
Downtown Sign Program
COVID-19 Resources
Estimated Disaster Economic Injury Worksheet
COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Information
COVID-19 Small Business Talking Points
Small Business Emergency Loans from DEED
Small Business Owner’s Guide to CARES Act
DEED’s Guide to Re-Opening MN Businesses
COVID-19 CARES Grant for Small Businesses
Other Resources
Regional Center for Entrepreneurial Facilitation
Revolving Loan Fund Policies and Procedures
Revolving Loan Fund Application
City of Arlington TIF/Abatement Policy
USDA Rural Development Assistance
Arlington Industries, Inc.
Contact Larry Sorenson 507-964-5588
Arlington Industries provides gap financing which is designed to stimulate economic development activity by assisting the private sector to create jobs, retain jobs, or expand opportunities for the businesses and citizens of Arlington. When possible, these funds are intended to compliment conventional business financing techniques by leveraging funding from other Federal and State financing programs and private lending institutions.
Available Residential Lots
Arlington EDA unplatted residential lots – not platted, and no water or sewer connections.
Arlington Meadows – sewer and water connections set up.
High Island Creek Addition – sewer and water connections set up.
Profile of Arlington for Prospective Businesses
PEOPLE |
BUDGETS |
| Population 2,249 | Median Home Value $130,400 |
| Labor Force 1,174 | Avg Hhld Expenditures $47,623 |
| Small Businesses 101 | Median Hhld Income $48,139 |
| Job Growth (2012-2013) 5.2% | Top Tier Personal Income Tax 7.9% |
| Unemployment Rate 4.3% | Top Tier Corp Income Tax 9.8% |
| Median Age 35.8 Years | Top Tier Per. Cap. Gains Tax 7.9% |
| Nearest High School In City | Top Tier Corp. Cap. Gains Tax 9.8% |
| Nearest Hospital In City | State Sales Tax 6.9% |
LABOR FORCE |
TRANSPORTATION |
| BA/BS Degree or Higher 9.35% | Commute Travel Time 26 mins |
| High School Diploma or Higher 79.97% | Airports in County 0 |
| White Collar Workers 54% | Airports w/in 50 Miles 13 |
| Blue Collar Workers 45% | Miles to Interstate 35 miles |
| Higher Ed. Facilities w/in City None | Miles to Rail In City |
| High Ed. Facilities w/in 50 Mi 12 | Latitude 44.60891 |
| Longitude -94.07599 |
Business Toolbox
Thinking you want to start-up or purchase a business? Here’s a one-stop shop to get you started!
Appointed members include:
Dean Bergersen (President)
Councilmember Matt Scharpe (V. President)
EDA Director Amy Newsom (Secretary)
Councilmember Laura Gilman
Tim Kloeckl
Larry Sorenson
Kurt Menk
Howard Brinkman
EDA Director
Amy Newsom
Phone: (507) 964-2378 ext. 4
