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Out of all the communities in Washington County, Minnesota, Hugo is one of the most understated. It doesn’t have the riverfront access of Stillwater or the size of Forest Lake. However, the community development professionals and city council have worked hard in recent years to make Hugo a community that...Continue Reading

The Washington County Community Development Agency (CDA) will receive $1.5 million in Brownfields grant funds from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This program helps communities test and clean up vacant and underutilized sites, preparing them for redevelopment. By covering the cost of remediation and other land-preparation expenses, communities...Continue Reading

Oak Park Heights is facing a challenge that most economic development teams dream about: businesses keep moving there. Demand is high for expansion into this community along the St. Croix River, while commercial space is increasingly limited.“We don’t have a lot of vacancies, and more businesses want to come to...Continue Reading

The City of Bayport is a community of 3,000 tucked along the St. Croix River in Washington County, Minnesota. It’s a 30-minute drive to the heart of Minneapolis, with easy access to quiet Wisconsin communities just across the river. However, Bayport plays an important role in East Metro MSP. It...Continue Reading

The Washington County Community Development Agency (CDA) is committed to helping small business owners across East Metro MSP. There are several grants, incentives, resources, and other programs available to help companies grow. Whether you are an entrepreneur launching your first business or a seasoned community leader expanding your operations, there...Continue Reading