SPARC grants for Edina small businesses
Summary
Two local businesses were in line for SPARC Streamlined Grants of up to $24,000 each to help fund renovations. The money comes from previously collected TIF tax increments, not the general property tax levy.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 5
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Aug 13, 2026.
Impact analysis
Up to $48,000 combined in SPARC grant funds, drawn from TIF increments rather than the general tax levy.
The two grant recipients expanding or improving their businesses in Edina.
Mentions & discussions (5)
Housing & Redevelopment Authority - Aug 13, 2026
Two local businesses were in line for SPARC Streamlined Grants of up to $24,000 each to help fund renovations. The money comes from previously collected TIF tax increments, not the general property tax levy.
Housing & Redevelopment Authority - Jul 16, 2026
The HRA was scheduled to consider a grant agreement with SKLO, LLC for property at 7275 Ohms Lane, a business-support grant likely under the city's SPARC program. If approved, it would put public funds toward a private improvement project.
Housing & Redevelopment Authority - Jun 11, 2026
A new bakery and cafe at 7300 Metro Blvd needs a costly HVAC upgrade to cook a full menu on site. The HRA was scheduled to consider a SPARC grant that would keep the business viable and add breakfast and lunch options for building occupants.
Housing & Redevelopment Authority - Apr 16, 2026
The Executive Director was scheduled to give a status update on the SPARC program.
Housing & Redevelopment Authority - Feb 5, 2026
The NOMA Hi-Fi Lounge at 50th & France met all its SPARC loan obligations and will receive its forgivable loan — an example of the pay-on-delivery model working.
Related development
General Sports Bar (GSB) at 5034 France Avenue
A remodeled restaurant with a lower-level game room and better accessibility could open in the France Avenue space as soon as November 2026.
Mad Hatter Bakery and Cafe tenant improvement
If approved, the grant would let the bakery open with a full kitchen, adding dining options for the building's occupants and other customers.
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