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The Lake Elmo Economic Development <br />Authority (EDA) supports local businesses, <br />strengthens the city’s tax base, and guides <br />responsible commercial and industrial <br />growth. Working with the city council and <br />community partners, the EDA helps attract <br />investment, encourage redevelopment, and <br />promote long-term economic vitality <br />aligned with Lake Elmo’s values. <br />06LAKE E L M O A N N U A L R E P O R T | 2 0 2 5 <br />Lake Elmo’s volunteer commissions advise <br />the City Council on key issues such <br />economic development, parks and planning. <br />These groups review proposals and provide <br />recommendations grounded in local <br />experience. <br />Our commissions help shape the city’s <br />future, guided by Lake Elmo’s core values of <br />excellence, integrity, and service. <br />Economic Development Authority <br />Lake Elmo Commissions <br />The City of Lake Elmo <br />The Lake Elmo Parks Commission advises <br />the City Council on parks, trails, open <br />space, and recreational programming. The <br />commission reviews plans and proposals, <br />helps guide improvements to park <br />facilities, and supports efforts to enhance <br />outdoor amenities that contribute to Lake <br />Elmo’s quality of life. <br />Parks Commission <br />Planning Commission <br />The Lake Elmo Planning Commission serves <br />as an advisory body to the City Council on <br />land use, zoning, and development matters. <br />The commission reviews development <br />proposals, comprehensive plan updates, <br />and ordinance amendments, offering <br />recommendations that support thoughtful <br />growth while preserving Lake Elmo’s <br />character and long-term vision.