History of the East Central Regional Development Commission
The East Central Regional Development Commission was organized by petition of local units of government in 1973. Formation of regional development commissions – RDCs – is authorized under the Regional Development Act of 1969. An updated Regional Development Act was passed in 1997 by the Minnesota Legislature. There are 13 development regions in Minnesota.
Mission of the East Central Regional Development Commission
The East Central Regional Development Commission’s mission is to provide leadership and direction through problem solving. We do this by initiating projects and programs that lead to create solutions to regional problems, by providing technical assistance and by identifying and developing available resources. Our mission is to provide a leadership role as an advocate for East Central Minnesota to bring about positive change.
Public Interest Representatives Sought From Chisago and Isanti Counties
The East Central Regional Development Commission (ECRDC) has a vacancy on the Commission Board for a Public Interest Representative from Chisago or Isanti Counties. According to State Law, and the ECRDC Bylaws, a person representing the general public interest of the county must be appointed. The position is for a two-year term. Any person who is a resident of Chisago or Isanti Counties and would be willing to serve on the Commission’s governing body is encouraged to apply. Deadline is August 16, 2024.
Public Interest Application – (Word format)
Public Interest Application – (Fillable pdf format)
Kanabec County Municipalities Representative
When a vacancy exists, each mayor or councilperson will have at least thirty (30) days in which to nominate a mayor or councilperson to represent all of the municipalities in that county. The mayors of each municipality shall select from the nominees the municipal representative by the vote of a majority of the mayors actually voting on the issue under such circumstances as are verified to the Commission that all mayors have notice of and an opportunity to vote on the decision either by mail or a special meeting. In the event that there is a tie after ballots have been received a second ballot will be mailed out. In the event that the second ballot ends up in a tie a coin toss will determine the outcome.
Native American Tribal Representative
When a vacancy exists, notice will be sent to the Chief Executive of the tribe and any interested Native American residing in the development region or within the boundaries of a reservation served by the ECRDC.
Employment Opportunities
ECRDC Job Application (Word format)
ECRDC Job Application (PDF format)
Contact Info
Contact Us:
100 Park St. S., Mora, MN 55051
Phone: (320) 679-4065
Email: ecrdc@ecrdc.org
ECRDC Board Meeting Dates
| Meeting Dates | Time | Location |
| February 26, 2024 | 7:00 p.m. | ECRDC Offices |
| April 22, 2024 | 7:00 p.m. | ECRDC Offices |
| June 24, 2024 | 5:30 p.m. | TBD |
| August 26, 2024 | 7:00 p.m. | ECRDC Offices |
| October 28, 2024 | 7:00 p.m. | ECRDC Offices |
| December 16, 2024 | 7:00 p.m. | ECRDC Offices |
