Two join MMDC, will assist with economic recovery

Two economic development professionals have joined the Mid-Minnesota Development Commission to assist the Kandiyohi, McLeod, Meeker, and Renville county region with recovery from the economic injuries resulting from current pandemic.

Rick Bonlender of Olivia began with the MMDC on Aug. 24 and Michelle Marotzke of Willmar joined on Sept. 28. Both professionals are available to assist businesses, nonprofits, and local units of government to increase resilience through strategic planning; strengthen local supply chains; and pursue grants that will support infrastructure projects and other initiatives that increase resources for area residents. They will also be integral to the development of the region’s updated Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy, which is designed to guide capacity-building and foster economic prosperity throughout the region and helps our region leverage federal dollars for infrastructure projects that support local jobs.

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