About The EDA

Pine Island’s EDA was established in 1993 and tasked with promoting the development of a strong, diversified and balanced economic base that would create a favorable business climate, create jobs and increase tax base for the City.

The EDA consists of a 7 Commissioner governing body appointed by City Council which include professionals representing a broad spectrum of business and industry.

The primary role of the EDA is to advocate for business and community development which will foster a strong and diversified economic base and high quality standard of living.  The EDA provides assistance for businesses in the areas of start-up, expansion, acquisition, and retention.

Regular Monthly meetings are the 4th Thursday of each month starting at 5:30 p.m. and located at the EDA Office (106 2nd Street Southwest PO Box 1000, Pine Island, MN 55963)

Mission Statement

Pine Island Economic Development Authority's mission is to:

Facilitate economic and community development for the City of Pine Island through recruiting, retaining and expanding business in order to diversify and grow the tax base and provide job opportunities as well as understand, plan and maintain the City's growth trajectory.

Vision Statement

The Pine Island EDA Board also adopted the following policy statements to set a vision for the City of Pine Island.

1. Develop a “sense of community” within the City that would foster community vitality.
2. Situate the City as a stable community poised and intended for perpetual growth.
3. Become a coordinated partner within Southeast Minnesota that contributes to the regional successes.
4. Consistently communicate the Pine Island EDA Mission through community outreach and authority transparency.
5. Provide leadership and guidance for the commercial and general community.

Pine Island Economic Authority By-Laws

Pine Island Economic Authority Reports, Minutes, & Agendas

Board of  Commissioners

President - Ann Fahy - Gust
 Appointment: Personnel Committee 
Term ends: December 2024

Vice President - Melisa Haller
Appointment: Loan Committiee
Term Ends December 2022

Treasurer - Ryan Olson
 Appointment: Budget & Loan Committee 
Term ends: December 2026

Secretary - Mike Hildenbrand
City Council Liaison 
Appointment: Personnel Committee 

Board Member - Open
 Appointment: Loan Committee 
Term ends: December 2024

Board Member - Lee Swanson
Appointment:
Term Ends: 2027

Mayor - David Friese