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Economic Development Authority Minutes Page 2 <br /> July 19,2021 <br /> ----------------------------- <br /> 5. Open Forum <br /> Kelly and Brett Schultz were present to discuss a purchase agreement they <br /> submitted for the 1.5 acre Fox Haven lot that abuts Westbound Liquor. The <br /> Schultz's explained they understand their initial offer was not appropriate and they <br /> are unhappy with their agent and do not feel like they were appropriately represented <br /> and would like to be reconsidered. <br /> Ms. Schultz indicated they would like to address some questions the EDA may have <br /> about the proposed auto repair facility. She provided background information. <br /> Mr. Schultz explained he asked neighbors what their concerns would be with an auto <br /> repair facility in their neighborhood and noise was a big one. He offered the <br /> following comments regarding the steps he would take to reduce noise: <br /> ■ Garage doors would face Highway 10. <br /> ■ Hours would be Monday—Friday, 8:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. No weekends. <br /> ■ Many tools are now cordless,battery operated, or electric and make less <br /> noise than the traditional air tools. <br /> ■ The shop doors would be closed most of the time. The shop will be air <br /> conditioned, and the garage doors will be closed when the temperature <br /> exceeds 80. <br /> ■ Shop would be to repair vehicles, not work on hotrods. <br /> Commissioner Christianson noted the response letter for the purchase agreement <br /> outlined that an auto repair facility was not an ideal use for that property and that the <br /> offer was significantly less than what the property was listed for. <br /> Commissioner Westgaard questioned if there is new or different information to <br /> consider at a future meeting. <br /> Ms. Eddy indicated there is a joint meeting of the Economic Development Authority <br /> and Housing and Redevelopment Authority scheduled for August 2 and it may be <br /> appropriate to wait until after that meeting. She indicated the meeting will be a good <br /> time to review all EDA- and HRA-owned property valuations as the listing prices <br /> have not changed in several years. <br /> 6. Public Hearings <br /> There were no public hearing items. <br /> 7.1 Public Art Initiative Update <br /> Ms. Eddy stated the Slipstream art will be installed July 30 at 11:00 a.m. She thanked <br /> Dave Anderson and Forterra for coordinating the base and installation. <br /> Ms. Eddy noted an unveiling event will be held once the art is complete and she will <br /> keep the EDA posted. <br /> P 0 W I K 1 0 9 Y <br /> otm§A UREJ <br />