Saint Paul Small Business Support

WHO CAN HELP

We’ve made it easy for you to find information about services and resources — in multiple languages — that can help you prepare your business or property for the Central Corridor Light Rail Transit Line.

Just contact your Metropolitan Council Central Corridor Outreach Coordinator — or any one of the organizations listed here.

African Development Center 612-333-4772

Asian Economic Development Association (AEDA) 651-222-7798

City of Saint Paul Planning and Economic Development Ellen Muller 651-266-6605 ellen.muller@ci.stpaul.mn.us

University Avenue Business Association (UABA) 651-641-0334

UABA Business Information Center 651-647-2276

University Avenue Business Preparation Collaborative (U-7)

Marilyn Porter 651-230-1020 marilyn@aurorastanthony.org

Sia Lo 651-291-8436 sialo@ndc-mn.org

HOW WE CAN HELP

Business Consulting and Technical Assistance
Call or drop in at these locations to find free on-line resources and hands-on assistance to strengthen your business.

UABA Business Information Center
712 University Avenue, Suite 105 651-647-2276

Rondo Community Outreach Library
Business Resources Center 461 Dale Street 651-357-4620

Saint Paul SBA Business Planning Center
2324 University Avenue West Midtown Commons Building, Suite112 651-209-1884

Attend free workshops on many business related topics, including accounting, marketing or website design.

Ask for individual consultations with specialists in marketing, merchandizing, accounting, credit repair, intellectual property rights, trademarking, and retail management.

Need space to expand, or want to find another location within the city? We can help.

Construction Information
We can connect you with the most up-to-date information on light rail construction plans.

Energy Efficiency
Reduce monthly operating costs by improving energy efficiency, with the help of:

• Below-market loans through the City and organizations such as the Center for Energy and Environment
• Xcel Energy rebate program

Financial Assistance
You may be eligible for a variety of financial assistance aimed at helping businesses and property owners in the corridor, including:

• Working capital and real estate loans
• Matching Marketing and Matching Façade Improvement grants

Legal Advice and Services
Visit the UABA Business Information Center for legal information, consultation, and extended representation on a variety of issues (business/construction miti- gation rights, property tax/property rights, landlord/tenant rights, leases and sales).

Marketing
Take advantage of an extensive offering of free or low-cost marketing and branding services — including print and Web-based.

Parking
Concerned about the loss of on-street parking? We can direct you to City staff who can assist with solutions like these:

• Sharing parking with your neighbors
• Improving parking off the alley
• Reconfiguring existing parking lots to add spaces
• Eliminating multiple curb cuts

You can see detailed examples in Parking Solutions for the Central Corridor.

Translation and Interpretation
Translation and interpretation services are available on construction or business issues.