Economic Development Commission

Main Duties

  • Advise the City Council and Economic Development Authority on economic development, redevelopment and related community development issues.
  • Evaluate specific development and redevelopment proposals and advise City Council and staff.
  • Facilitate positive interaction with the business community.

Meetings

  • Fourth Wednesday of February, April, June, August, October and December
  • 7:30 a.m.
  • City Hall
    1245 W. Highway 96
    Arden Hills, MN 55112

Agendas & Minutes

Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval.
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Membership

The Economic Development Commission consists of nine volunteers, including two youth volunteers, who are appointed by the City Council. The Commissioners may be residents or non-resident business representatives, however at least four of the Commissioners must be Arden Hills residents. Terms expire December 31 of year indicated, unless otherwise noted. The Arden Hills Economic Development Commission currently includes the following members:

Contact Us

  1. Jake Reilly

    Community Development Director
    651-792-7824 

    Email Jake Reilly

    Elena Fransen

    Senior Planner
    651-792-7843
    Email Elena Fransen

  • Ted Brausen
    Term expires 2028
  • Jud Murchie, Chair (2026)
    Term expires 2028
  • Bobby Bonine

    Term expires 2026

  • Jessica Daniels
    Term expires 2027
  • Kyle Sorenson

    Term expires 2027

  • Kristine Poelzer
    Term expires 2027

  • Ihsan Isik
    Term expires 2027

  • Kayleigh Shrom, Youth Commissioner
    Term expires 8/31/2026
  • Vacant


Interested residents and business representatives are encouraged to apply for vacant seats on the EDC.

Liaisons

  • Emily Rousseau (Council Liaison)
  • Elena Fransen (Staff Liaison)