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CROOKSTON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Welcome to Crookston EDA. Find what you want to know about the development of Crookston
and the life we aim to create for its residents here. If you have more questions, see below.
Get In Touch
Taylor Wyum
Email: Twyum@crookston..mn.us
Work Cell 218-280-6368
Vision
A thriving, resilient community where people, businesses, and neighborhoods grow together.
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Mission Statement
To strengthen Crookston’s economic vitality by advancing housing, infrastructure, workforce supports, and place-based investments through strategic partnerships, thoughtful planning, and inclusive community development.
Empower
Growth
Crookston Housing & Economic Development Authority
Project List
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Updated 1.14.2026
Contact the office if you require more information
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Table of Contents
Crookston Housing & Economic Development Authority Led Projects. 2
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Empowering Small Minnesota Communities - Update. 3
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Child Care Strategic Supply Plan. 4
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5-Acre Housing Development - Update. 5
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Emerald Ash Borer Mitigation. 6
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Local Climate Action Grant - Update. 7
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Fiscal Sponsor for 4H2, Inc. 7
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Publicly Owned Housing Program (POHP) – Housing Project (CHEDA) 8
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Emergency Safety Grant – Housing Project (CHEDA) 8
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City Led Projects. 9
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Industrial Park Infrastructure - Update. 10
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Active Transportation Planning Assistance - Update. 11
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Geothermal Planning Grant. 12
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Tri-Valley Building - New.. 13
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Comprehensive Plan. 13
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Small Cities Development Grant (SCDG) Program – Water Main Replacement Project - Update 13
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Downtown Redevelopment Project – New.. 13
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All projects are implemented by CHEDA, with governance provided by either the City Council or the CHEDA Board of Commissioners, as noted.
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All projects are carried out by CHEDA, the governing body over the project is noted as under either the City Council or the CHEDA Commissioners
Some of Our Projects
The Economic Development Authority works hand in hand with Housing to create opportunities for residents of all ages in Crookston, MN. From grants to rebates, the EDA has put work in to build and improve the city. They are also a part of a group called Empower Crookston, which is a partnership between five organizations that aims to improve Crookston's quality of life, economy, and affordability by taking advantage of federal and state funding. Below are examples of the projects the EDA, Housing, and Empower Crookston work towards.
