Promoting Growth
& Opportunities for
Southwest Minnesota
We work to connect units of government, businesses, and communities with the resources, planning, and services needed to promote growth. Together we can further opportunities in Southwest Minnesota by promoting a growing workforce and business base and ensuring population stability.
Providing professional expertise and leadership to enhance regional opportunities.
At Southwest Regional Development Commission (SRDC), we are listeners and connectors to help you find the resources needed to address your concerns. Together we can channel progressive collaboration between cities, counties, and townships so that shared knowledge and resources can be used to help you and the region prepare for a future where people and businesses thrive.
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A growing workforce and business base.
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Better lives for those living in the region.
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Population stability.
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Significant needs addressed that are challenging the region.
Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy, DevelopMN, Revolving Loan Funds, Technical Assistance
Active Living & Trails Planning, Human Services Transit Coordination Planning, Safe Routes to School
News
Quarterly Newsletter – Sept. 2024
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Upcoming Events
SRDC Full Commission Meeting
Murray County 4-H Building
SRDC board meeting
SRDC board room, slayton, MN
Looking to grow your business or organization, solve a problem in your community, or progress your organization?
Our assistance is tailored to your needs. Southwest Regional Development Commission provides assistance to projects that support, enhance, or address the region's needs. We work with your team on planning, facilitation, data collection, research, grant writing, outreach assistance, and more.
The Region We Serve
The Southwest Regional Development Commission serves the nine-county region of Cottonwood, Jackson, Lincoln, Lyon, Murray, Nobles, Pipestone, Redwood and Rock in the far southwest corner of Minnesota.
Since 1973, SRDC has worked with and on behalf of these counties, their cities, townships, school districts, and public interest groups. These partnerships and the leveraging of resources throughout the region have led to the advancement of programs in the areas of community, economic, energy, transportation, and land use development.
Lincoln County
Lyon County
Redwood County
Pipestone County
Murray County
Cottonwood County
Rock County
Nobles County
Jackson County
SRDC Regional Spotlight
Jeff Manthei: From Hometown Roots to Thriving Business Owner
Belview, MN
Building a Dream, Serving the Community
Windom, MN
John Regier Farms: Harnessing Solar Power to Transform Hog Farming
Mt. Lake, MN
Social Media Updates
Deadline approaching! The Taylor Family Farms Foundation is seeking applications for community, outdoor recreation projects that promote healthy lifestyles. Applications will be accepted from organizations within 29 counties of southern Minnesota and 17 counties of northwest Iowa from February 1-28, 2025. Apply and learn more at
Funding Opportunity: Electric School Bus Application for Equipment Electric Bus The Minnesota Department of Commerce seeks proposals from qualified applicants throughout Minnesota for the Electric School Bus Grant Program. What is this grant for? This round will provide funding for districts to get electric school buses operational. This includes: Purchasing up to three new electric school buses, or repowering fossil-fuel-powered school buses to run on electricity. Deploying charging infrastructure for the buses Administering vehicle and charger procurement processes Who can apply? Independent and special school districts, Tribal contract schools, as well as transportation providers and utilities representing a school district. See the RFP for more details about how each of these terms are defined. How much funding can an applicant receive? Depending on the district’s financial need and other district prioritization criteria, the Department can cover between 80% and 90% of bus cost, and 65% and 95% of other eligible expenses. When and where can I apply? Applications will be accepted from Monday, February 10, 2025, until Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 5pm CST. The RFP is posted publicly online on the Department’s RFP page. The Department will post equipment funding rounds at least once a year until December 31, 2026, or until funds run out. What if I have other questions? Join us for an informational webinar on Monday, February 24, 2025, from 2pm-3pm to learn more about the application, and ask any questions you have. Register using this link.
