Economic Development Authority

Mission

The primary objective of the Economic Development Authority is to aid, assist, and promote the growth and expansion of commercial, retail, and industrial development in the City of Ramsey.

Meetings

  • 7:30 a.m.
  • 2nd Thursday of every month
  • Ramsey Municipal Center - Council Chambers
    7550 Sunwood Drive NW
    Ramsey, MN 55303
  •  View meetings on QCTV.

Agendas & Minutes

Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval.

Members

  • Scott Wiyninger, Chair (Term ends 3/31/2028)
  • Brittany Lindahl, Vice-Chair (Term ends 3/31/2029) 
  • Rachal Johnson (Term ends 3/31/2030)
  • Cheryal Hills (Term ends 3/31/32)
  • Nichole Bauer (Term ends 3/31/2027)
  • Shanna Stewart, City Council 
  • Chris Riley, City Council 

Annual Events

The Ramsey EDA hosts a Business Expo annually in the spring, a Business Appreciation Day and Golf Tournament in the summer, and a Business Networking Breakfast in the winter. These events provide an effective communication channel between the City and the local business community. 

  • The Business Expo attracts over 400 patrons and more than 50 businesses. 
  • The Business Appreciation Day begins with a golf tournament and concludes with a dinner and award presentation to the Ramsey Business of the Year. 
  • The Business Networking Breakfast is a morning for local businesses to network and enjoy a keynote speaker.

Publications

Six times a year, a local business is selected for the Business Spotlight article, published in the Ramsey Resident (City newsletter) and delivered to most homes and businesses. 

Business of the Year

Annually, the EDA selects a local business to receive the Business of the Year award. The award is presented at the Annual Business Appreciation Day event in August.

Economic Development Resources

Visit the Economic Development webpages to view information on the City’s Economic Development functions, properties available for lease or sale, community profile, current projects, and other valuable resources.

Contact Us

City of Ramsey
7550 Sunwood Drive NW
Ramsey, MN 55303
Phone: 763-427-1410
Fax: 763-427-5543

Contact Us

Sean Sullivan
Economic Development Manager
Email Sean
763-433-9868

Wendy Schlueter
Economic Development Administrative Assistant
Email Wendy
763-433-9828

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