Counties & Cities in Region 6W Access to public funding resources is important to the development of the region. Many of our communities lack time and staff to research ideas apply for public grants and loans to help finance their projects.
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Federal Distance Learning Grants
Schools and Healthcare Facilities in Region 6W Access to public funding resources is important to the development of the region. Many of our communities lack time and staff to research ideas apply for public grants and loans to help finance their
Educational Grant Opportunities
Access to public funding resources is important to the development of the region. Many of our communities lack time and staff to research ideas apply for public grants and loans to help finance their projects. Plus, funding sources and their programs
International Walk/Bike to School Day
In 2012, the UMVRDC led the elementary schools in Appleton, Benson, Dawson, Granite Falls and Madison through a Safe Routes to School (SRTS) planning process to develop plans with the goal of encouraging students to walk and bike to school. The plans
The Final Flood Mitigation Project for Granite Falls
Since the floods of 1997 and 2001, the Upper Minnesota Valley Regional Development Commission (UMVRDC) staff has worked with the City of Granite Falls in their flood recovery efforts. The city has utilized approximately $40 million funded from a
10 Years of Meander Success
Over 10 years ago, a small group of artists, regional government, and community members started to envision what an art crawl could do for the upper Minnesota River Valley. The goal was to have local municipalities, regional government and
2013 UMVRDC Transportation Forum Info Available Here!
Looking for the presentation or new Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) infographic from the October 28, 2013 UMVRDC Transportation Forum? They are available on the Transportation page here on our website. Visit the page by clicking here and
Western Minnesota: Let’s Show Off!
It’s not typically in the nature of folks around here to brag about things. But sometimes we need to step outside our comfort zone and speak the truth. And the truth is: Western Minnesota is a great place to live, work and play! Looking for