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Heritage Preservation Commission Meeting <br /> Elk River City Hall <br /> February 24,2016 <br /> Discussion regarding membership in a 501 (c)(3) followed. <br /> Mr. Carlton suggested holding a joint meeting with the City Council to gauge their <br /> interest in the water tower site beyond restoring the structure. Consensus of the <br /> Commission was to plan a joint meeting to discuss plans and vision for the site. <br /> 5.2 Discuss Grant Opportunities and Plans for the Water Tower <br /> Mr. Carlton stated that restoration of the tower does not qualify for a Certified Local <br /> Government grant. He reviewed additional grant opportunities, timelines, and <br /> requirements for the applications. <br /> Mr. Carlton will discuss the grant opportunities available with Elk River Municipal <br /> Utilities as they are providing the funding for the restoration project. <br /> Discussion about the various grant opportunities followed. <br /> The Commission directed staff to research the identified grant opportunities and <br /> bring back additional information at the next meeting. <br /> 5.3 Consider the 2015 HPC Annual Report <br /> Mr. Carlton provided a brief summary of the report and asked for comments and <br /> changes.The Commission reviewed the document and provided staff with necessary <br /> updates. <br /> Moved by Commissioner Mortensen and seconded by Commissioner <br /> Nicholas to adopt the 2015 Annual Report of the Elk River Heritage <br /> Preservation Commission with the recommended changes to contact <br /> information. <br /> Motion carried 4-0. <br /> 6.1 Attendance Policy Update <br /> Mr. Carlton reviewed the updated boards and commission attendance policy. He <br /> noted that all Commissioners need to attend at least three of the four regular <br /> meetings held throughout the year. <br /> Discussion about the historic walking tour and oral histories followed. <br />