The Economic Development Commission consists of seven members and two alternates. Alternates participate in the discussion of issues like regular members, but may only vote when a regular member is absent.

The Economic Development Commission advises the City Council in all matters relating to the economic development of the community including efforts in pursuit of recruitment of new business and industry; retention and expansion of existing business and industry; diversification of the community's economy; jobs; increased community tax base; and planning the coordination of the community's economic development resources and efforts.

The Commission is particularly charged with responsibility for developing and implementing the Star City program of the Minnesota Department of Trade and Economic Development.

Each commissioner's term runs for three years. Meetings are the third Wednesday of the month at 7:15 a.m. at City Hall, 6000 McColl Road, Savage. Agendas for each meeting are available at City Hall on the Friday prior to the meeting. For more information, call City Hall at 952.882.2660.