EDA

EDA was established by an enabling resolution passed by the Mabel City Council on June 22, 1994 to encourage and favorably support development and redevelopment in the city.

The EDA Board consists of five members, with two being city council members and three at large – all appointed by the mayor with city council approval.  Current EDA members are:

Kirsten Wyffels – President
LeAnn Wickett- Secretary/Treasurer
James Westby
Sue Morken
Tina Bakke

Regular EDA meetings are held on the second Wednesday of each month at 5:00 p.m. at City Hall in the meeting room.  Meetings are open to the public.

EDA inquiries can be made at City Hall phone 507-493-5299 or email info@cityofmabel.com. Staff is available to assist with development issues.

Services offered by the EDA include:

  • Tax incentives for new or expanding businesses
  • Revolving loan funds for businesses (new and existing)
  • Assistance with business plans, marketing strategies, finance packaging and more
In accordance with Federal law and the U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion and familial status. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) To file a complaint of discrimination, write to: USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Ave., S.W., Washington D.C. 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 (voice), or (202) 720-6382 (TDD). This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.