These are ideas that have been proposed and are intended to be affordable, small, yet profitable businesses in rural areas.
Wieners on Main
Hot Dog Stand
July 15, 2025
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A small hot dog stand right on main street on the sidewalk for easy access. The stand is needed because more food options are needed in the town, and especially one that can capitalize on the increasing traffic that goes through Lamoni's downtown.

The total cost for this project is roughly under $4,000, which covers the stand itself and supplies. The stand will be member operated in the beginning and offer service for lunch and dinner, but if it reaches sales targets of 20 hot dogs a day then more hours will be considered.

Workers will get the chance to improve the downtown atmosphere with the stand, giving visitors a chance to get out, walk and enjoy the downtown . As a small project it is expected to offer one style of hot dog and a small assortment of toppings. Specialty dogs will be considered if sales hit projections.

A portion of all sales will go to launching another small business to help create momentum. The stand will be seasonal and operate for spring to fall.

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