Duluth Entertainment Convention Center Seeks $6 Million for Infrastructure Repairs

The Duluth Entertainment Convention Center (DECC) is pursuing $6 million in state funding for critical infrastructure repairs, including elevators, escalators, and water pipes. The DECC, which has faced ongoing issues such as mold and ammonia leaks, plans to conduct a facilities conditions assessment to prioritize repairs. Duluth City Council is set to vote on a $75,000 contribution to match a St. Louis County grant for this assessment. The DECC aims to secure funding without local resident contributions, viewing the investment as crucial for regional economic impact.

Published Mar 21, 2026

The Duluth Entertainment Convention Center (DECC) is seeking $6 million in state funding to address significant infrastructure issues, including the replacement of elevators, escalators, and water pipes. The facility has faced mold, ammonia leaks, and other urgent problems for years.

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A facilities conditions assessment is proposed to prioritize repairs, marking the first such evaluation since the DECC's opening in 1966. The Duluth City Council will vote on a $75,000 contribution to support a grant from St.

Louis County for this assessment. The outcome aims to enhance strategic funding requests while avoiding local funding reliance. A report from the assessment is expected by fall, guiding future repair efforts.