The Low~Down!
Rail Sites Available in Chisago County

Chisago County is served by the St. Croix Valley Railroad, a private short line railroad that has a local industrial customer base. The short line connects to the BNSF in Hinckley, MN. Both North Branch and Rush City have business parks located on the rail and there are two sites that are rail served. Click here to view our available sites that have rail access.

Also visit the Chisago County Historical Society located in Lindström and walk through their newest exhibit showing the history of the local railroads. Featured in this exhibit are antique items, insightful information, and stunning images all about the history of Railroads in Chisago County!
Business Highlight:
Rosenbauer America

Rosenbauer’s history began in Austria in 1866, when Johann Rosenbauer started the Linz Volunteer Fire Brigade and began selling fire fighting basics.

Over the past 150 years, Rosenbauer has become the global leader in firefighting technology and resources. They are the world’s largest manufacturer of fire trucks and equipment with eleven manufacturing locations worldwide, one of which is located here in Chisago County. Rosenbauer produces more than 2,000 vehicles annually worldwide!

The Wyoming plant specializes in custom vehicles, technically demanding fire service trucks, which are manufactured according to individual customer requirements. In addition, vehicles are produced for export along with two types of PANTHER ARFF.

To learn more about Rosenbauer and their new products like the new PANTHER (pictured above) fire truck designed for aircraft fire extinguishing visit their website.
Chisago County + HomeTown Fiber = Broadband Solutions
Hometown Fiber was contracted to be Chisago County's broadband consultant. After completing a broadband study of the county, Hometown Fiber has determined where the county is not served and underserved. Hometown Fiber has identified the next steps to resolving the lack of infrastructure. Chisago County cities and townships needing upgraded broadband infrastructure may work with Hometown Fiber directly or with another provider. The Chisago County Board of Commissioners will be using a portion of their America Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to assist communities with costs related to infrastructure. Please contact the HRA-EDA if you would like a copy of the study.
651.674.5664 or info@chisagocounty.org
Discovery Drive

The mission of the Old Highway 61 Coalition is to promote and preserve the history, recreation and tourism opportunities found along Old Highway 61 as travelers pass through Chisago, Pine and Carlton Counties.

Recently a new brochure was produced showing antique, thrift, vintage, specialty and occasional shops along Old Highway 61. The businesses listed are sponsors of the Old Highway Coalition and are proud to be located near such an iconic roadway. Click here to view the brochure and when you are traveling along Old Highway 61, stop into these unique shops and discover the fun!
New Mural - Coming August 2022

Did you hear we are having a mural painted on our office building in North Branch?!

Artist Alison Price is working on a mural for the Chisago County HRA-EDA building. She has been painting professional murals over a decade and is excited to be working on our project.

This activity is made possible by the voters of MN through a grant from East Central Regional Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.

To learn more about the projects ECRAC supports, visit their website.
Issue: July 18, 2022