“From an economic development standpoint, housing really is the 500-pound gorilla,” Mary Thompson, executive director of The Heartland Lakes Development Commission (HLDC), told county commissioners Tuesday, May 11.
Hubbard County economy needs more labor, housing
“From an economic development standpoint, housing really is the 500-pound gorilla,” Mary Thompson, executive director of The Heartland Lakes Development Commission (HLDC), told county commissioners Tuesday, May 11. 2:24 pm, May 16, 2021 ×
Developing a well-rounded and durable economy in Hubbard County will require a larger workforce, more housing, greater broadband access and additional child care providers.
“From an economic development standpoint, housing really is the 500-pound gorilla,” Mary Thompson, executive director of The Heartland Lakes Development Commission (HLDC), told county commissioners Tuesday.
A lack of people and affordable housing is the root cause of labor shortages in this area, she said
Park Rapids Economic Development Authority will explore tax abatement option 8:05 pm, Apr. 28, 2021 ×
Park Rapids City Hall (Enterprise file photo)
The Park Rapids Economic Development Authority (EDA) on Tuesday, April 27 agreed to explore options for offering a tax abatement incentive for a local business remodel.
City Administrator Angel Weasner gave the EDA board copies of the Minnesota Statute regarding government bodies’ abatement authority. The board is composed of Mayor Ryan Leckner and members of the city council.
Weasner said the city was approached by business owner Kasey Krautkremer with Beds Plus about his interest in revitalizing a long vacant building, the old J&B Foods store on U.S. Hwy. 71 South.
Park Rapids Economic Development Authority will explore tax abatement option 8:05 pm, Apr. 28, 2021 ×
Park Rapids City Hall (Enterprise file photo)
The Park Rapids Economic Development Authority (EDA) on Tuesday, April 27 agreed to explore options for offering a tax abatement incentive for a local business remodel.
City Administrator Angel Weasner gave the EDA board copies of the Minnesota Statute regarding government bodies’ abatement authority. The board is composed of Mayor Ryan Leckner and members of the city council.
Weasner said the city was approached by business owner Kasey Krautkremer with Beds Plus about his interest in revitalizing a long vacant building, the old J&B Foods store on U.S. Hwy. 71 South.
Former City Administrator Betty Thomsen also admonished city staff to work better as a team. 8:00 am, Feb. 13, 2021 ×
Virgil Eskola was recognized Tuesday for his 30 years of service with the Park Rapids Fire Department. Behind him are City Administrator Angel Weasner and Mayor Ryan Leckner. (Robin Fish/Enterprise)
The Park Rapids City Council on Tuesday recognized two public servants for their work.
Firefighter Virgil Eskola received a certificate of achievement for his 30 years of service to the city.
According to the certificate, Eskola has served on the Park Rapids Fire Department since Feb. 1, 1991.
Mayor Ryan Leckner also presented a key to the city to Betty Thomsen, commending her for outstanding community service.