Finley Economic Development Corporation

The Finley Economic Development Corporation (EDC) was created in the early 1970s. Their purpose to promote community and economic development in Finley. Consisting of a five-member board of volunteers who live and do business in the community, their main focus is on the workforce, housing, the establishment of new businesses and industries and the retention and growth of already existing businesses in the city.

EDC Board Members:

President- Karl Christian - Karl@finleymotors.com
Secretary- Laurie Tuite - Ltuite@griggs-steeleez.org
Treasurer- Chad Aberle - Caberle@bravera.bank
Director- Tyler Flaten - Tylerf@nsefinley.com
Director- Kurt Lerol - Kurt.lerol@fumic.com

Griggs-Steele Empowerment Zone

The Griggs-Steele Empowerment Zone (GSEZ) is designed to give communities genuine opportunities for growth, development and revitalization.

The GSEZ has loan funds available to qualifying businesses and organizations. Anyone looking to relocate, expand, or start a business in Steele or Griggs County may contact the GSEZ at (701)524-2240

GSEZ Mission Statement:

For more information about the Griggs-Steele Empowerment Zone, go to:

Griggs-SteeleEZ.org

To increase population while maintaining rural values and lifestyles
To enhance community facilities and services to support revitalization
To end out-migration
To invigorate and diversify the economy

Steele County Job Development Authority

The Steele County Job Development Authority (JDA) is an eleven member local board that are appointed to represent the cities, townships, local economic development entities, and the county commission. These members are committed to the progress and development of the communities of Steele County.

The JDA as well as Steele County itself strive to slow and ultimately end the trend of out-migration, while preserving the small town culture that people love. The communities of Steele County possess a high standard of living, and small town security, that promotes a family-oriented life, a solid education, and energy to recruit new businesses and support jobs for the area.

To contact the Steele County JDA Coordinator at (701) 524-2645 or email steelejda@mlgc.com

JDA Committee Members

President- Perry Brown

Vice President- Perry Ostmo

Treasurer- Tiffany Hatcher

Director- Ben Gullicks

Director- Chad Aberle

Director- Keith Ihry

Director- Keith Jacobson

Director- (Vacant Position)

Director- Larry Jacobsen

Director- Brandon Oxton

Director- Merle Ferry