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.
Economic
Development
Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy, DevelopMN, Revolving Loan Funds, Technical Assistance
Transportation
Planning
Active Living & Trails Planning, Human Services Transit Coordination Planning, Safe Routes to School
News
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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.
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
Langseth Lodge: Rooted in History, Renewed by Vision
Worthington, MN
Hoppe Airspray – Built for the Field, Backed by Family
Spencer, Iowa
Adrian Auto – Keeping Adrian Running
Adrian, MN
Social Media Updates
PLEASE COMPLETE SURVEY Southwest Regional Development Commission (SRDC) invites you to participate in updating the SW MN Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS). SRDC leads this planning effort in alignment with U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) guidelines. Every five years, the CEDS process brings together regional leaders and private-sector partners to set priorities and create a shared strategy that supports economic resilience and long-term prosperity across the region. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey using the link below, and feel free to share it with your contacts and community through newsletters, social media, email, or other outreach efforts. We are hoping to hear from a wide range of voices across all counties in the region—Cottonwood, Jackson, Lincoln, Lyon, Murray, Nobles, Pipestone, Redwood, and Rock. The survey will remain open through February 28, 2026. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/X58Z3JR We value your expertise and perspective in this regional planning effort. Your input will help shape strategies that strengthen the long-term economic vitality of our region. In addition to completing the survey above, you are invited to participate in one or more of the cornerstone focus groups listed below. • March 2- Human Capital Focus Group o https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84431484059 • March 16- Economic Competitiveness Focus Group o https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85140729062 • April 13- Community Resources Focus Group o https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82852341164 • April 27- Foundational Assets Focus Group o https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83486068886 Focus groups will be hybrid. In-person focus groups will be held in the SRDC Board Room at 2401 Broadway Avenue, Slayton, MN 56172, and Zoom links are included above. Outlook calendar invites will be sent soon. Here is a link to the current CEDS: https://www.swrdc.org/economic-development/ceds/ Start thinking about what is still relevant, what no longer applies, and what needs to be added. If you have any questions about the CEDS process, please contact Robin Weis, SRDC Deputy Director, or Kim Murphy, Economic Development Specialist.
📣 Childcare Economic Development Grant Opportunity 📣 The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED), through its Office of Childcare and Community Services, is now accepting proposals to help reduce the childcare shortage across Minnesota. 💡 Grant funds may be used for: • Childcare business start-ups or expansions • Retention and long-term sustainability of existing programs • Training and workforce support • Facility modifications and licensing improvements • Direct subsidies or incentives to retain employees • Assistance with licensing and regulatory requirements 📅 Important Dates: • RFP posted: February 5, 2026 • Questions due: March 5, 2026 | 4:00 p.m. CT • Applications due: March 17, 2026 | 4:00 p.m. CT • Grant awards announced: May 2026 • Grant work begins: May/June 2026 🖥️ Information Session (strongly encouraged): 📆 February 19, 2026 ⏰ 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. CT 📍 Microsoft Teams (audio-only option available) 📧 Questions must be submitted by email: CCED.DEED@state.mn.us (Responses will be posted within 10 days) ♿ Accessibility assistance: Individuals needing alternative formats may contact DEED at 651-259-7553. If you’re working to expand or sustain childcare in your community, this funding could make a real difference. Please share with providers, partners, and organizations who may benefit! 💙👶
Today we’re celebrating National Crossing Guard Appreciation Day and the incredible people who help keep our students safe every day! Thanks to support from the SRDC, Marshall Public Schools received grant funding to provide new crossing guard gear and supplies. If your school is looking for grant funding for specific projects/programs, please reach out to Transportation Planner Chris Webb at chrisw@swrdc.org.
