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<br /> <br />Elk River EDA Strategic Plan | 20 <br />o In coordination with the Elk River City Council, adopt a statement of Elk <br />River’s objectives relative to the 169 Redefine project, highlighting priority <br />goals such as the provision of effective signage and wayfinding during <br />construction, and the inclusion of aesthetic enhancements in the bridges <br />and/or other structures completed which contribute to the distinctiveness of <br />Elk River. <br />o Include an economic development staff person in regular city staff meetings <br />with the 169 Redefine staff team, in order to maintain a focus on the <br />economic impacts and opportunities of the project. <br />o Develop and implement a business outreach BR&E program and group. <br />The 169 Redefine BR&E Group would be represented by staff from <br />economic development, planning, communications, engineering and <br />representatives from MnDOT and Sherburne County Public Works. The 169 <br />Redefine BR&E Group will conduct weekly meetings in the corridor during <br />construction. Communication and Economic Development staff will post <br />updates on the city’s and EDA websites along with the respected social <br />media outlets. The program will focus on mitigating business losses, share <br />resources to impacted businesses, and keep the community abreast of the <br />evolving project.