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LEDA courts new business

By Sara StrongThe Luverne Economic Development Authority is looking forward to a possible deal that will bring a Canadian company to Luverne through JOB Zone incentives.City Administrator Greg LaFond said the business is close to making a commitment to come to Luverne.He said, "We’re not anticipating offering a great deal, because there won’t be many employees."The company may employ eight by its second year.Esurance is a company that sells and services car insurance through the Internet and competes with companies such as GEICO and Progressive.It is also planning an office in Sioux Falls.The Luverne branch could be located in the former Exsito building, which is now occupied on a month-to-month lease by Falcon Pallets.LEDA coordinatorThe LEDA coordinator’s job description was also discussed at its Tuesday meeting.Essentially, day-to-day supervision will be done by City Administrator Greg LaFond — similar to what is done with all department heads who answer to him.The LEDA will set direction and manage policies that the coordinator will carry out.

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