The Sawyer County LCO Economic Development Corporation report (as read into the record) outlined upcoming programming and a state grant opportunity. The EDC noted a financial literacy class scheduled Dec. 9 in Hayward and said it is finalizing a business-plan template for startup incubators.

The EDC highlighted a Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) talent recruitment grant opportunity: the application window opens Jan. 5, 2026 and closes Jan. 30, 2026; there is a $500,000 cap on the amount any single municipality can receive; applicants must provide at least 20% matching funds (cash, local investments or in-kind donations may count toward the match); and household eligibility for the recruitment incentive includes out-of-state residents with household incomes of at least $55,000. The EDC advised prospective applicants to review program guidelines and contact WEDC before applying.

An EDC representative also summarized a sponsorship-drive marketing plan, bylaws review and membership-term updates for the next election cycle. On a separate economic development topic, an attendee reported the forestry revitalization funding proposal (about $60 million) remains with Wisconsin economic development staff pending financing work in the legislature.