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Staples
25 miles
Welcome to Staples! I invite you to explore all the
opportunities our city has for your business.
From a history of solid planning, commitment, and
investment, Staples is projecting a strong future of
growth and economic vitality.
Our city has made large investments in infrastructure.
Residents enjoy countless recreational and cultural
opportunities. Our school district offers our children
75 miles
a well-rounded education along with amazing
opportunities to excel. Lakewood Health System is
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Staples is located at the intersection of Highways 10
and 210 – in the heart of Minnesota. The location gives
easy access to major metropolitan areas and allows
Staples to retain its independent business community.
125 miles
recognized as one of our state’s best. Central Lakes
College has an active, well-respected branch in Staples.
This is an exciting time for our Central Minnesota city.
Be a part of the adventure – as a new business owner.
Contact our SEDA office today to inquire about
starting or relocating your business.
We look forward to working with you!
INDEX pg 2 - LOCATION pg 3 - WELCOME pg 4-5 - CITY DEVELOPMENT pg 6-7 - BUSINESS HIGHLIGHTS pg 8-9 - DEMOGRAPHICS pg 10-11 - SEDA
Chris Etzler - MAYOR, SEDA PRESIDENT
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The City of Staples has been busy
constructed. Staples also partnered
Residents and business leaders started
Staples is well served by busy highways, the BNSF Railroad
over the last 10 years. During this time, the
with the MN Design Team for visual
a Staples Thriving Communities Initiative
and the Staples Airport. Approximately 10-15,000 vehicles*
City built a new water treatment plant, a
improvements.
(STCI). The three STCI task force focus
pass along highways 10 and 210 daily. The airport has a 3,300
new city hall and library, and a new police
station. MnDOT realigned Highway 10
through town. The City and local businesses
made investments and improvements
along the new highway.
A new highway overpass was
As businesses continue to expand and
job projections increase, Staples is now
planning for growth.
In 2016, the city completed a housing
study to assess present and future needs.
areas are Quality of Life, Skilled Workforce,
and the Economy. A comprehensive
city visioning guide is currently being
completed. Find information about
GoStaples 2035 on the City’s
website (staples.govoffice.com).
ft hard surfaced runway lit with an instrument approach and
taxi way. It is located next to an expanding industrial park.
Within the 154-acre industrial park, the city owns and
maintains a 15,000 sq ft incubator building. This industrial
building has four bays with ample electrical access. Rental
rates start at $4.00/sf/yr. Industrial and manufacturing
incentive packages may be available.
Build or lease options are available in Staples for businesses
of all sizes. The city has open commercial and industrial lots
along with office space and storefronts.
“Staples has proven to be a great, central location for
our staff as well as the education, government, and
nonprofit members we serve. The local community is
supportive and provides a much sought-after lifestyle
for the professionals we employ.”
Dr. Chad Coauette - NJPA
*The numbers shown are from the last count in 2014. For current traffic counts,
please refer to MnDOTˆ’s website at http://mndotgis.dot.state.mn.us/tfa/Map
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“The Timberlake Hotel is built in Staples because our
family saw potential in the market and a very vital
community that is willing to support new innovation
and business development. That is a winning synergy!”
Mary Ives – TIMBERLAKE HOTEL
Open for business!
SEDA actively works to attract, develop and support
economic growth – startups, franchises, company
expansions, industrial, and manufacturing.
The new Timberlake Hotel opened for guests in
mid-2017. The hotel has 52 rooms including extended
stay suites, king suites and spa suites in addition to
standard rooms. Timberlake Hotel also manages a newly
refurbished restaurant and event center in Staples.
Our businesses are growing! Our largest employers are projecting to hire an additional 300-400 people over the next 5 years.
Lakewood Health System, Stern Rubber, our largest National Joint Powers Central Lakes College
a nationally recognized and manufacturing business, is Alliance (NJPA) has just invested in a comprehensive
award-winning healthcare set for expansion in 2017. completed an expansion remodel of its Staples Campus
facility, is in the process of Stern anticipates hiring an which doubled the size of in 2016 to facilitate its strong
a $15M expansion.
additional 200 employees their facility. NJPA plans to course offerings in agriculture,
Lakewood is planning to over the next 3-5 years. hire an additional 80-100 energy, manufacturing, and
hire approximately 100 new
employees in the next
heavy equipment.
employees over the next
three years.
five years.
“Lakewood continues to grow because the people who work there are passionate about what they do and strive
continuously to meet the needs of our patients and residents. They are people who care and get involved which makes
the Staples area a great place to live and raise a family. Working and living with people you can always count on makes Staples
a very special place.”
Ti mRi c e – LAKEWOOD HEALTH SYSTEM
A new townhome development, creating 34 rental units,
was also completed in 2017. The Pullman Townhomes
were created in direct response to needs identified in the
City’s recent housing study.
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values in a
f products sold
each category’s
TOP EMPLOYMENT BY INDUSTRY
PARTICIPANT
Healthcare/Social Assist:1546
Educational Services: 430
Manufacturing: 255
Fundraiser Results by Salesperson
Retail Trades: 207
Information:157
UNITS SOLD
Graduate Degree 10
Some High School 13
Graduated High School 35
Associates Degree 21
Bachelor’s Degree 22
Median
Age: 39
POPUL ATION:
3004
(2016 count)
Age 18+: 2313
Daily Commuters
Traffic Count
(MnDOT 2014)
2,000 *
HWY 10 - 10,000
vehicles passing daily
HWY 210 - 5,800
vehicles passing daily
Life in Staples
Living and working in Staples means more time and energy to enjoy
life - not just sit in your car! Use your former commute time to be
home earlier, see your kids’ games, attend a play, or go tubing down
the Crow Wing River!
22
Degree Bachelor’s Degree
$
HOUSEHOLD INCOME
Median $36,523
Average $46,351
HOME VALUES
Median $96,875
Average $114,043
21%
22%
Pie Chart
*
MN DEED
Additional community profile data for the city of Staples can be found on toddcountydeveloment.org/communities.
10%
35%
13%
Graduate Degree
e
Some High School
Graduated High School
Associates Degree
Bachelor’s Degree
Graduate Degree
Some High School
Graduated High School
Associates Degree
Bachelor’s Degree
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Business Financing Partners
3 MN DEED financing and tax incentive programs
3 Tax Increment Financing
3 Todd County Development Corporation
3 Initiative Foundation
3 North Central Economic Development Association (NCEDA)
3 North Central Small Business Development Center
3 Todd-Wadena Electric Cooperative
3 Building Incentives
3 SEDA loan funds
3 Competitive local banks
From idea to business launch, SEDA has the
resources and experience to help bring your
business to life. SEDA works to partner with
Staples’ business community for long-term
success: attract and start new businesses;
assist existing businesses with expansion
needs; and use financing and incentive
programs where possible.
3 Start Up Planning and Education
3 Business Consulting Services
3 Commercial and Industrial Lots
3 Office and Storefronts Available
“Stern Rubber originally moved to Staples, and has continued
to invest in the Staples facility, mainly due to the support of the
community, including the City of Staples, and SEDA.“
Bob Jackson – STERN RUBBER
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FIND OUT MORE:
staples.govoffice.com
greaterstaples.com
mn.gov/deed
staplesmotleychamber.org
toddcountydevelopment.org
clcmn.edu/small-business-development-center
S T A P L E S
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Melissa Radermacher
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(218) 894-2550 mradermacher@ci.staples.mn.us
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