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Economic Development Authority Minutes <br />July 19, 2021 <br />S. Open Forum <br />Page 2 <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 />PO'1EIII Ir <br />NATURE <br />