Resources

SCEIC’s primary method to achieve it’s stated Mission Statement is to find, identify and provide business resources to existing businesses and to assist potential new start-up businesses in “finding their way” through the process of start-up. The business resources listed below are just a sample of the wide ranging “tools” available through local, state, and federal governments; through assistance from Foundations and Grant making groups; and, through other businesses. SCEIC is the entry point for businesses to obtain a wide range of business resources.

FOR NEW BUSINESS START-UPS and EXISTING BUSINESSES

Best Print Resource Available – Anywhere !!! for HOW TO START A BUSINESS

Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (down loadable file) Guide to Starting a Business in Minnesota provides a concise summary discussion of major issues, questions and concerns that are most commonly raised by those contemplating a business startup. The Guide to Starting a Business in Minnesota also contains valuable information for any business owner.

Clink on this link to order a print or CD copy of Guide to Starting A Business in Minnesota.

BUSINESS START-UP INFORMATION

Basic Steps to Going Into Business (from “Guide to Starting A Business in Minnesota “) (Word Document)

Business Information Links (Word Document)

Business Plan Sample (one example of many styles) (Word Document)

Business Plan Workbook (step-by-step business plan development assistance) (pdf Document)

Glossary of Financial Terms for Business (pdf Document)

Personal Financial Statement (For personal use in developing your potential business assets) (Word Document)

Pitfalls To Avoid (whoops!!! what to avoid) (Word Document)

LIBRARY RESOURCES FOR BUSINESS

Morris Library Small Businesses References

CAPITAL RESOURCES FOR NEW AND EXISTING BUSINESSES

SCEIC REVOLVING LOAN FUND

SCEIC can provide financial assistanced to businesses in Stevens County using its revolving loan fund. SCEIC’ loan program is for “Gap” financing and other economic development uses. Click on the links below to find more information.

SCEIC Loan Policies and Procedures (Word Document)

Application to Borrow – SCEIC (Word Document)

CITY OF CHOKIO REVOLVING LOAN FUND

The City of Chokio can provide financial assistance to businesses in the City of Chokio using its revolving loan fund. The City currently has a loan program for “Gap” financing. SCEIC is the City of Chokio’ Revolving Loan Fund Administrator. SCEIC does not handle any City funds; SCEIC does the adminstrative work (loan application processing, loan review, and recommendations to the Chokio City Council for their action on all loans. Applications and further information can be obtained by contacting SCEIC or the Chokio City Clerk. Click on the links below to find more information.

The City of Chokio Revolving Loan Fund – Gap Financing (Word Document)

Application to Borrow – City of Chokio (Word Document)

CITY OF MORRIS REVOLVING LOAN FUND

The City of Morris can provide financial assistance to businesses in the City of Morris using its revolving loan fund. The City currently has two loan programs for “Gap” Financing and Storefront Renovations. SCEIC is the City of Morris’ Revolving Loan Fund Administrator. SCEIC does not handle any City funds; SCEIC does the adminstrative work (loan application processing, loan review, and recommendations to the Morris City Council for their action on all loans). Applications and further information can be obtained by contacting SCEIC or the Morris City Manager. Click on the links below to find more information.

The City of Morris Revolving Loan Fund – Gap Financing Policy (Word Document)

The City of Morris Revolving Loan Fund – Storefront Renovation Policy (Word Document)

Application to Borrow – City of Morris (Word Document)