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Economic Development Authority Minutes Page 5 December 19,2016 Ms. Othoudt noted this is only a very preliminary discussion to gauge commission reaction. She further stated,in regards to property value, the county assessor says there is evidence to show the school will not devalue surrounding properties. She provided the example of the Coin-Tainer property. Commissioner Provo discussed the Morrell Companies move from the School Street area due to concerns with his business near schools. Chair Tveite stated some good points have been laid out. He complimented staff on trying to find a creative way to assist Spectrum on a challenging parcel. He stated the issues are zoning, easements,access, and whether this is what the school desires;noting they are going to outgrow these locations in a short time. Commissioner Provo stated if the EDA property is available, then other city-owned property should be considered such as parks or the golf course. He stated everyone should be willing to help find Spectrum the best location. Commissioner Westgaard noted to Commissioner Provo that the objective is to lend the resources of the economic development department,who know all the assets available throughout the community,and would help Sepctrm long-term. He further stated we need to find the best fit for everyone. Commissioner Provo expressed further concerns with the school being located in two different parks. i us industrial/b arks. Ms. Othoudt stated the ultimate long-term goal is to try and get the school on one campus. Commissioner Wagner concurred with Commissioner Westgaard's comments at tonight's meeting. Commissioner Burandt concurred and would like the city to continue to help the school with finding other locations. 9. Adjournment There being no further business,Chair Tveite adjourned the meeting of the Elk River Economic Development Authority at 6:55 p.m. Dan Tveite,EDA ' ►-sident Tina A7City Clerk rrTEflEP 8 1 NATURE