Construction impacts and business support
Summary
Commissioner Xiong pressed for technical assistance and a business resiliency inventory for corridor businesses facing years of construction — similar to Rice Street lessons. Staff floated a business-preparation manual and coordination with CED, but no grants or loans are currently funded.
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Last discussed Aug 4, 2026.
Impact analysis
No county grants or loans for businesses are currently funded; technical assistance ideas are under discussion.
Corridor small businesses that depend on foot traffic and need to plan around years of construction.
Businesses along Maryland, White Bear, and other reconstructed streets risk lost revenue and access during construction.
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