First Bank of Elk River contributes $2K to Slipstream sculpture
5 May 2021
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The Elk River Economic Development Authority learned on April 19 its Public Art Subcommittee has made progress on fundraising needed for the sculpture in downtown Elk River.
Colleen Eddy, an economic development specialist for the city of Elk River, said a huge thanks goes to First Bank of Elk River and John Houlton.
The Elk River community bank, formerly First National Bank, has agreed to contribute $2,000.
The majority of funding for the project has been secured through the City of Elk River Economic Development Authority as well as a grant from the Central Minnesota Arts Board. But the city still needs help close a $3,000 gap.
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