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MHFA Local Government Housing Programs updates
MHFA Local Government Housing Programs updates Minnesota Housing recently presented an overview of the new Local Government Housing programs. You can watch the recording of the webinar and the accompanying presentation to review the details. Information on all the Local Government Housing Programs can be found here. Look for further updates and information in the…
Read MoreHouse committee co-chairs and membership named
House committee co-chairs and membership named The details of the power-sharing arrangement in the Minnesota House came into greater focus over the last few weeks, with both caucuses naming their committee co-chairs and full committee membership for most committees. An agreement previously announced between the House DFL and Republican caucuses stipulated that committees will be…
Read MoreNovember 2024 budget forecast announced
November 2024 budget forecast announced The state’s November forecast was released last week. The November and February forecasts are two major signposts in the state’s budgeting process, and the November forecast is the earliest indication of the state’s fiscal health. In the forecast, experts project the state’s revenue and spending for the next four years. Key…
Read MoreBrownfields & Beyond 2025: Call for Presentations & Sponsorship Opportunities
Brownfields & Beyond 2025: Call for Presentations & Sponsorship Opportunities From the Minnesota Department of Employment & Economic Development: The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) will be hosting the Brownfields and Beyond: 2025 Minnesota Redevelopment Conference on Thursday, April 24 and Friday, April 25, 2025, at the St. Cloud River’s Edge Convention…
Read MoreVirtual Information Session: Local Government Housing Programs
Virtual Information Session: Local Government Housing Programs Minnesota Housing is hosting a virtual information session about new programs funded by the 2023 legislature on Tuesday, November 19 from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Click here to register! Join to hear more details and updates on the estimated timing of funding availability for the following programs:…
Read MorePublic comment period open for MnCIFA draft Investment Strategy
Public comment period open for MnCIFA draft Investment Strategy The Minnesota Climate Innovation Finance Authority (MnCIFA) was established in the 2023 legislative session as a public financing authority, known in other states as a “green bank.” You can read more about MnCIFA here. MnCIFA’s draft Investment Strategy has been posted for public comment. You can…
Read MoreJoin DLI for a Minnesota Dual-Training Pipeline Industry Forum in November
Join DLI for a Minnesota Dual-Training Pipeline Industry Forum in November Learn about Minnesota Dual-Training Pipeline, share input about key in-demand occupations in your industry, help our team develop new occupations that will become eligible for Pipeline programming and network and learn from others in your industry. Forums are conducted virtually with opportunities to listen,…
Read MoreFinal grant round for DEED Main Street Economic Revitalization funds now open
Final grant round for DEED Main Street Economic Revitalization funds now open The third and final round of the Main Street Economic Revitalization Program is now open for project proposals from eligible partner organizations. This funding round will award the remaining $4.68 million of the $80 million total funding the program received in the 2021…
Read MoreDEED awards $4.6 million in redevelopment grants
DEED awards $4.6 million in redevelopment grants The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) recently announced $4.7 million in land redevelopment grant funding and a blighted land demolition loan for projects statewide, including seven in CGMC member cities. The grant funding will create or retain 278 jobs, collectively increase local tax bases by…
Read MoreDEED announces $52 million in broadband funding awards
DEED announces $52 million in broadband funding awards The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) announced on Wednesday the recipients of $52 million in grant awards to help expand broadband service to nearly 8,000 Minnesota homes and businesses in 24 counties throughout the state. The grants come from two DEED programs: $25 million…
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