"The city spent roughly $4.5 million to build out the center, pulling together grant funding, tax‑increment financing, about $1 million in federal dollars, and other municipal contributions."
"According to the Star Tribune, the center has about 118 members, and the city is covering a funding gap of roughly $100,000 to $200,000 a year."
"When the contracted operator's relationship with the city ended, staff moved in to keep the doors open and the lights on."
"That document lays out a laundry list of fixes meant to improve the facility and the member experience, from lighting upgrades to structured quarterly meetings."
Brooklyn Park's Small Business Center, a 25,000-square-foot incubator, is only half full and faces financial challenges. The city has invested $4.5 million in its construction and is covering an annual funding gap of $100,000 to $200,000. With a $175,000 state grant expiring in 2027, the city is reassessing the center's management. The facility includes offices, co-working spaces, and retail areas, and has also served as a community venue. City staff have taken over operations after the previous operator's contract ended, implementing improvements to enhance member experience.
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