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restoring structures versus tearing them down, business creation and retention and heritage <br />tourism. <br />HRA Chair Wilson asked about the return on investment for a small business to restore an <br />old building. Ms. McDonald did not have an example fox a small business but indicated she <br />would research and follow up. Commissioner Konietzko asked about the Detroit Lakes <br />experience. Ms. McDonald explained that the project increased the foot traffic. Ms. <br />McDonald also mentioned that the city, of Henderson is a good community to look at as <br />they focused on design and promotion with consistent hours of operation for the downtown <br />businesses. Commissioner Konietzko also asked about similar cities fox Elk River to look at. <br />Ms. McDonald suggested Park Rapids, Faribault, Northfield, and Jordan. <br />Ms. Mehelich explained the city's micxoloan fund fox downtown businesses. Mr. Galli, <br />Pompeii Pizza indicated that this fund helped him out a lot in the significant renovation of <br />the bank building. Ms. McDonald explained the benefits of being involved in Main Street <br />Program as it pxo~ndes technical assistance to help promote the downtown. The River's <br />Edge Downtown Business group is part of the program. Ms. McDonald emphasized the <br />importance of curb appeal and being authentic. <br />Adjourntnent <br />The meeting was adjourned by Chair Lindberg at 7:10 p.m. <br />Haug <br />Tina:lllard <br />Citg Clexkj <br />Lance Lindberg <br />Heritage Presezvation <br />4-c5~~- lai <br />