EDA Meeting for April 20, 2026

The City of International Falls Economic Development Authority (EDA) held a meeting on April 20, 2026, focusing primarily on budget approvals and funding allocations for community events and economic development initiatives. The EDA approved unaudited financial reports for late 2025 and early 2026 and discussed increasing funding for the July 4th celebration from $18,000 to $30,000 to cover rising costs for entertainment, equipment rentals, and activities such as bounce houses and bands. A motion to increase the budget was passed unanimously. Additionally, the meeting addressed the future of the Koochiching Economic Development Authority (KEDA), including the retirement of its director and potential funding needs. The EDA expressed willingness to support KEDA financially if required, emphasizing the importance of maintaining economic development efforts and exploring opportunities for collaboration while keeping the city’s EDA operations separate. The meeting concluded with a resolution to transfer funds between city accounts to support the July 4th event expenses.