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.

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Southwest Minnesota Highlighted

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.

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Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy, DevelopMN, Revolving Loan Funds, Technical Assistance

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Planning Services, Initiatives & Collaboration

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Active Living & Trails Planning, Human Services Transit Coordination Planning, Safe Routes to School

News

Date 01/21
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Quarterly Newsletter January 2025

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Date 12/10
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Quarterly Newsletter – Sept. 2024

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Upcoming Events

Date 06/12
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SRDC board meeting

SRDC board room, slayton, MN
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Date 08/14
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SRDC board meeting

SRDC board room, slayton, MN
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Date 10/09
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SRDC board meeting

SRDC board room, slayton, MN
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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.

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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.

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Lincoln County

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Redwood County

Pipestone County

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Cottonwood County

Rock County

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Jackson County

SRDC Regional Spotlight

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Regional Spotlight

Edgerton Bakery: Fresh Baked Success with a Personal Touch

Edgerton, MN

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Regional Spotlight

From Technician to Owner: Cory Milbrath’s Journey with Abra Body and Glass in Worthington

Worthington, MN

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Atlantic Place: Craft Food & Cocktails Crafted for Memories & Connections, Inspired by Flavor

Marshall, MN

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RLF SPOTLIGHT: Edgerton Bakery: Fresh Baked Success with a Personal Touch What started as a friendly suggestion turned into a life-changing adventure for Carl and Stacie Nagel. “My wife has always loved baking,” Carl shared. “She had a friend in town who said, ‘Why don’t you buy the bakery and the house down the street?’” At first, Stacie expected Carl expected to think the idea was crazy. But instead, he was all in. “Two days later, we were in Edgerton looking at both,” he recalled. Just a few months later, in May of 2022, the Nagels were the new owners of the Edgerton Bakery. Since then, the couple has focused on growing the business. Carl brings a background in direct store delivery, and his goal from day one was to expand the bakery’s reach. When they bought the business, they were only delivering to two locations. Now, the delivery list includes V&M in Leota, Fareway in Luverne, Jasper Marathon, the Marathon Station in Slayton, and Maynard’s in Fulda. They even deliver donut holes to a Fulda church. For the complete story see our website: https://www.swrdc.org/spotlight/bakery/

⚡ Join the Charge in St. James! ⚡ Get ready for an electrifying experience! 🚗🚲 Recharge Minnesota, in partnership with the City of St. James, Climate Smart St. James, and St. James Public Schools, is hosting a Ride & Drive Event on Saturday, May 17, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at St. James Middle & High School. 🌱 Take a spin in the latest electric vehicles and e-bikes — each test drive helps raise funds for Climate Smart St. James, a local sustainability initiative! 🚙 Featured Test Drive Vehicles: • 2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz (Mankato Motors) • 2025 Nissan Ariya • Hyundai Ioniq 6 • Tesla Model 3 • Ford Lightning 👥 Visit with local exhibitors: City of St. James • Fleet and Farm Supply • Harris Honey • Jalo Hardware Inc. • MN GreenStep Cities • Riverland Community College • University of Minnesota Extension – RSDP • and more! 🐶 Bonus: The Watonwan County Humane Society will be there with adoptable pets! 🐾 ✅ Free and open to the public. Let’s drive toward a more sustainable future—together! 💚

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