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Property Tax Rankings - <br />MN verses other states <br /> <br /> $100,000 Value <br /> 1995 1998 <br />Commercial 9th 9th <br />Industrial 18th 19th <br /> <br /> $1,000,000 Value <br /> 1995 1998 <br />Commercial 1st 3rd <br />Industrial 1st 7th <br /> <br />Home <br /> <br />Home <br /> <br />$70,000 Value <br />1995 1998 <br />27th 29th <br /> <br />$150,000 Value <br />1995 1998 <br />14th 19th <br /> <br />Apartments <br /> <br />$600,000 Value <br />1995 1998 <br />2nd 4th <br /> <br />This comparison by the Minnesota <br />Taxpayers Association shows <br />rankings for business property in <br />the largest city of every state. They <br />demonstrate some progress for <br />business property while at the same <br />time, home and apartment rankings <br />also dropped. <br /> <br />We can not let policy makers lose <br />sight of property tax reform during <br />the 1999 Legislative Session. We <br />must continue to work to drop <br />Minnesota's business property tax <br />ranking, at least out of the top ten. <br /> <br /> For the financial health of your business, <br />come to Norwest for a free second opinion <br />· Customized Oreckmg Accounts · Cons~ ced Equ~pmem Loans <br />· ~nvestment Management * SBA 504, 7A ond Low <br />Cre~t bnes Documento~ou Loons <br /> <br /> Call today - 422-7618 <br /> <br /> To The Ntt~ Degree' <br /> Anoka O~ce <br /> 20 t 5?,rd Avenue North <br /> <br />Chair Message <br />October went by like a flash and the <br />boat is out of the water. The month <br />had many interesting meetings <br />including George Zimmer, CEO of <br />The Men's Warehouse. His manage- <br />ment style and approach to his <br />employees was very refreshing. The <br />joint meeting with the Anoka Area, <br />MetroNorth and North HennePin <br />Chamber led to many networking <br />experiences. The candidate forum <br />was great. I hope we can expand the <br />event in the future with more time. <br /> <br />The Great River Round Table held a <br />multi-county planning session of <br />Sherbume, Benton and Steams <br />Counties. It is an important process <br />that could impact our lives and <br />business' dramatically. I was <br />alarmed that only two Elk River <br />residents took part in the process. <br /> <br />becomes reality it could be a real <br />boon for our community. <br /> <br />The Sign Task Force reviewed sign <br />designs and is seeking opinions on <br />the sign design listed in the article <br />below. I attended the economic <br />development and marketing <br />committee meetings. We have very <br />enthusiastic and dedicated people <br />involved in our committees! <br />Leadership grads will be receiving a <br />letter to plan the next leadership <br />class and a list of groups that need <br />your leadership skills. <br /> <br />Central Business District Planning <br />continues· I haven't used crayons for <br />many decades, I just can't stay <br />within the lines even though I am a <br />surveyor. This is area planning is <br />important for business and property <br />owners. <br /> <br />The Northstar Corridor is gaining <br />momentum and there may be <br />funding available. If the transit <br /> <br />The Breakfast With the Board series <br />is starting next month· Please attend, <br />we need your feedback to serve <br />membership better. <br /> - Lynn Caswell, Chairman <br /> <br />New Elk River Sign <br />The Sign Task Force has discussed replacement options for the sign that blew <br />down at Lake Orono. The following design is being considered. <br /> <br />The proposed sign will be approximately 25 feet x 5 feet with ground lighting <br />and raised metal logo and lettering. The Task Force is seeking input on the <br />~roposed design. Fax your comments to the Chamber office at 441-3409. <br /> <br /> Nailbender Corp., Inc. <br /> . _~¢~'~, SEPTIC TANKS <br /> DRAINFIELD <br />L~t~J~ ;~1~ SYSTEMS <br /> "'~~,~ INSTALLED <br /> PERCULATION TESTING <br /> SOIL BORING AND SEPTIC DESIGN <br /> 441-7789 or 263-3201 <br /> MPCA #695 <br /> 15945 227th Ave. NW Elk River, MN <br /> <br />Chad Vitzthum <br /> <br />COMPLETE BUSINESS BANKING SERVICES <br /> <br />Marquette Bank <br />Otsego <br /> <br />15570 NE gOth Street · Otsego, MN 55330 <br /> Phone/Fax 612-241-1085 <br /> <br /> <br />