Creating balanced and sustainable economic growth in Douglas County, Minnesota

The Alexandria Region is one of the fastest growing communities in Great Minnesota. In addition to the strong and well-balanced local economy featuring manufacturing, healthcare, education, service, retail, and tourism, the region features a quality of life and access to infrastructure that few micropolitan communities (populations of 10,000-50,000) can rival. The Alexandria Region is a progressive, business-friendly community and we welcome you to join us.

To learn more about the Alexandria Region, we encourage you to look at the “Our Community” link below and other information throughout this website. To learn more about commercial and industrial properties for sale or lease throughout the Alexandria Region, go to the “Available Land & Buildings” tab. For additional information on the Alexandria Region, please contact the Alexandria Area Economic Development Commission.

• Alexandria Minnesota Community
• Success Stories in the Alexandria Area
• Events & Seminars in the Alexandria Area
• Alexandria Area Related Links

The Alexandria Area Economic Development Commission (AAEDC) has been instrumental to the growth of businesses and communities in the Alexandria Area and Douglas County since its formation in 1990. From helping businesses start-up or relocate to the area, to working on long-term goals of expansion, as well as providing information and leadership for numerous community initiatives, the AAEDC serves as a catalyst for industry and community in the area

Areas of service include:

• Revolving Loan Funds
• Tax Abatement
• Trade Assistance
• Community Promotion
• Business Expansion/Relocation
• Site Selection
• Tax Increment Financing
• JOBZ Program
• Demographic Analysis
• General Business Advising

The AAEDC is a confidential, cost-free organization that is here to serve your business any way we can.