Albert Lea Economic Development Agency

A Forward Vision

Use the links to access the full strategic plan and the implementation map. A community event will be held on Thursday, February 27th from 6-8 p.m. at Wedgewood Cove in Albert Lea to present the plan and map and answer any questions. As projects are completed the map will be updated and results published on a quarterly and/or annual basis.

Community and Economic Development Strategic Plan

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Implementation Map

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A Clear Difference

We Can Help You Grow

We Mean Business

Build your company in a family-oriented community with a strong work ethic. Albert Lea has a dedicated, energetic leadership that works together to promote economic growth and support companies who want to do business in Freeborn County.

Partnership Award

The Albert Lea Entrepreneur Advancement Program (ALEAP) was awarded the Partnership Award at the 2016 Economic Development Association of MN (EDAM) winter conference. The award, sponsored by EDAM and Finance & Commerce, is presented annually to an organization that shows strong collaboration among multiple groups to move an economic development initiative forward.