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St. Cloud EDA Approves Loan for New Flyer Expansion [AUDIO]

Jim Maurice — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 20:22:55 +0000

New Flyer is planning to expand, and is looking for financial support from local governments. The nearly $5 million project would add 12,000 square feet to the St. Cloud facility, and add 136 new jobs in the next two years.

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St. Cloud Hires Firm to Help Find New City Brand [AUDIO]

Jim Maurice — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 16:27:58 +0000

When you think of St. Cloud, what's the first thing that comes to mind? If you're having trouble coming-up with something, you're not alone. And that's something city officials want to change.

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St. Cloud to Offer Forgivable Loans for Business Construction

Lee Voss — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 06:01:13 +0000

The city of St. Cloud will use a temporary provision outlined in the 2010 Minnesota Jobs Bill to try to spur economic growth. It allows cities which have cash balances in their tax increment financing districts to offer forgivable loans for certain construction projects or major renovations.

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St. Cloud Economic Development Authority to Develop Strategic Plan

Lee Voss — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 05:01:32 +0000

St. Cloud's newly created Economic Development Authority is holding meetings this week to develop a strategic plan for its future. EDA Director Cathy Mehelich says this is a new organization and they need a clear set of goals and initiatives.

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Elk River Economic Development Director Picked To Grow St. Cloud Business Sector

Lee Voss — Tue, 10 May 2011 01:33:45 +0000

St. Cloud has a new Economic Development Director. Mayor Dave Kleis picked Catherine Mehelich to head up the newly created Economic Development Authority.

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