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Economic Development Authority Minutes <br />January 22, 2019 <br />Page 3 <br />Commissioner Westgaard discussed whether Commissioner Provo should remain on <br />the Joint Finance Committee because he is currently taking a leave of absence. <br />Commissioner Christianson was open to serving on the Joint Finance Committee. <br />Commissioner Ovall stated that he valued Commissioner Provo's role on the Joint <br />Finance Committee and would like to see him return to it. The EDA could <br />determine if this is an issue later once they know when Commissioner Provo may <br />return and bring it back for further discussion. <br />Moved by Commissioner Westgaard and seconded by Commissioner Ovall to <br />approve the continuation of the members of the Joint Finance Committee. <br />Motion carried 5-0. <br />Moved by Commissioner Wagner and seconded by Commissioner Ovall to <br />approve the continuation of the members of the Beautification Committee. <br />Motion carried 5-0. <br />There were no new committees or committee assignments for commissioners to <br />consider. <br />7.3 Consideration of Staff Assignments <br />Ms. Othoudt asked for direction and priorities relating to Economic Development <br />Activities for 2019. <br />President Tveite noted adding periodic checkups on long term goals such as those <br />extending to 2024. <br />7.4 Reports of Officers and Subcommittees and Staff End -of -Year Report <br />Ms. Othoudt presented the EDA Annual Report. <br />Commissioner Ovall found it interesting that among top employers only 20% of <br />their employees live in Elk River. This showed that many people are commuting into <br />Elk River and will help with the recently passed sale tax referendum. <br />7.S Modifications/Amendments to Statute and/or Enabling Resolution <br />There are no applicable modifications pending. <br />7.6 Annual Review of EDA Bylaws <br />Ms. Othoudt presented the staff report. <br />! 0 9 E R E I 11 <br />IATURE <br />