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Economic Development Authority Minutes page a December 13, 2004 --------------------------- the EDAM Legislative Economic Development Association of Minnesota Committee, to stay active in legislative issues. President Gongoll stated that the Chamber of Commerce is working on its Day at the Capital event and asked about EDAM's event. Ms. Steinmetz will provide details at the next meeting. Commissioner Kuester asked if the commercial area slated for 2007 coincides with the gravel mining schedule. Ms. Mehelich stated yes. Commissioner Kuester felt that the Kelley Farm should not be overlooked as an economic development aspect for the City. ?Ms. Mehelich noted that Energy City is also a marketing tool for industrial development, and has a tourism element, as well. 7. Discuss Heritage Preservation Commission Request for Joint Meeting with EDA and HRA for January 10, 2005 Ms. Steinmetz explained that the Heritage Preservation Commission (HI'C) would like to discuss with the HRA the issue of establishing a historic district in the downtown, to make sure their efforts don't conflict with the HRA's plan for the area. The HPC would also like to meet with the EDA to discuss a possible project to engage downtown businesses in restoring and rehabilitating their buildings with financial incentives. Staff recommends that the EDA consider a joint meeting the HPC and HRA to be held during the next regulaz EDA meeting on Monday, January 10, 2004. The Commission concurred to schedule the joint meeting. 8. Other Business President Gongoll expressed thanks to retiring Commissioner Koenig for his conunitment and friendship while serving on the EDA. Cottunissioner Klinzuzg noted that incoming Councilmember Gumphrey will replace Commissioner Kuester on the EDA and she will be appointed to serve on the HRA as a member at large. Incoming Councilmember Farber will replace Commissioner Tveite on the EDA, but Mr. Tveite will be appointed to continue serving on the EDA as a member at large, replacing Commissioner Koenig. 9. Adjournment There being no further business, President Gongoll adjourned the meeting. The meeting of the Elk River Economic Development Authority adjourned at 6:30 p.m. Rennspectfully,,s/ubmitted, .C17a,~t Debbie Huebner Recording Secretary