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Shovel-Ready Program Overview Page 1 of I <br /> SHARE THUS <br /> DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT <br /> Shovel-Ready Program Overview <br /> The competition between communities nationwide to attract business startups,expansions and relocations(and jobs <br /> and tax base they bring with them)has never been more fierce. <br /> Communities everywhere are looking for something that makes them standout from the pack.Certified shovel-ready <br /> sites can give your community that competitive edge. <br /> What is a Shovel-Ready Site? Benefits How Site Selectors Choose a Location <br /> Benefits <br /> Shovel-ready sites are a benefit to companies and site selectors because they take much of the time,expense, <br /> unpredictability and risk out of development <br /> Because the sites are more likely to catch the eye of corporate site selectors or site selection consultants,they're <br /> also a distinct competitive advantage for site owners and communities: <br /> Benefits for Companies <br /> Benefits for Minnesota Communities and Site Owners <br /> http://mn.gov/deed/government/shovel-ready/progratn-overview/ 6/10/2014 <br />