Promoting Growth
& Opportunities for
Southwest Minnesota
We work to connect units of government, businesses, and communities with the resources, planning, and services needed to promote growth. Together we can further opportunities in Southwest Minnesota by promoting a growing workforce and business base and ensuring population stability.
Providing professional expertise and leadership to enhance regional opportunities.
At Southwest Regional Development Commission (SRDC), we are listeners and connectors to help you find the resources needed to address your concerns. Together we can channel progressive collaboration between cities, counties, and townships so that shared knowledge and resources can be used to help you and the region prepare for a future where people and businesses thrive.
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A growing workforce and business base.
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Better lives for those living in the region.
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Population stability.
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Significant needs addressed that are challenging the region.
Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy, DevelopMN, Revolving Loan Funds, Technical Assistance
Active Living & Trails Planning, Human Services Transit Coordination Planning, Safe Routes to School
News
Quarterly Newsletter – Sept. 2024
https://www.swrdc.org/wp-content/uploads/dlm_uploads/2024/12/SRDC-newsletter-sept.-2024-redesign.pdf Read the latest on SRDC happenings, upcoming events, and more. Subscribe to our newsletter to keep up…
Upcoming Events
SRDC board meeting
SRDC board room, slayton, MN
SRDC board meeting
SRDC board room, slayton, MN
SRDC board meeting
SRDC board room, slayton, MN
Looking to grow your business or organization, solve a problem in your community, or progress your organization?
Our assistance is tailored to your needs. Southwest Regional Development Commission provides assistance to projects that support, enhance, or address the region's needs. We work with your team on planning, facilitation, data collection, research, grant writing, outreach assistance, and more.
The Region We Serve
The Southwest Regional Development Commission serves the nine-county region of Cottonwood, Jackson, Lincoln, Lyon, Murray, Nobles, Pipestone, Redwood and Rock in the far southwest corner of Minnesota.
Since 1973, SRDC has worked with and on behalf of these counties, their cities, townships, school districts, and public interest groups. These partnerships and the leveraging of resources throughout the region have led to the advancement of programs in the areas of community, economic, energy, transportation, and land use development.
Lincoln County
Lyon County
Redwood County
Pipestone County
Murray County
Cottonwood County
Rock County
Nobles County
Jackson County
SRDC Regional Spotlight
From Technician to Owner: Cory Milbrath’s Journey with Abra Body and Glass in Worthington
Worthington, MN
Atlantic Place: Craft Food & Cocktails Crafted for Memories & Connections, Inspired by Flavor
Marshall, MN
Erin Schutte Wadzinski: Bringing Immigration Law Home
Worthington, MN
Social Media Updates
RLF SPOTLIGHT STORY: From Technician to Owner: Cory Milbrath’s Journey with Abra Body and Glass in Worthington For Cory Milbrath, owning a body shop wasn’t just a business venture—it was a culmination of decades of dedication, hands-on learning, and seizing the right opportunity when it came his way. Cory had spent nearly 30 years running the body shop under four different dealership owners before a major transition presented itself. When Billion Auto purchased the dealership, the body shop was separated from the sale. Recognizing Cory’s long-standing leadership and experience, the dealership offered him the opportunity to purchase the shop independently. With years of expertise under his belt, Cory made the decision overnight—embracing the challenge of business ownership and taking the reins of what would become Abra Body and Glass in Worthington. A Lifetime in the Auto Body Industry Cory’s journey in the industry began right out of high school when he took a job as an apprentice at a body shop. While he never attended vocational school, he was fortunate to learn under a shop manager who had previously been a vocational instructor. Through hands-on training, Cory mastered the craft, transitioning from technician to office management, and ultimately to business owner. To read the complete story see our website: https://www.swrdc.org/spotlight/auto-body-repair/Read moreRead less
