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7.2c <br />Support for ERX Conditional Use Permit <br />Dear Council Members, <br />I am writing this letter in support of ERX obtaining their conditional use permit. I have been involved <br />with various events at ERX over the years and these events I feel are beneficial for the community and <br />neighboring communities. <br />The event I have been involved with the longest is Day of the Dozer. ERX is the perfect venue for this <br />event. This event acts as fund raiser for Childrens Hospitals and over the years we have raised over <br />$300,000. This event also does several other things. First, there is an educational factor at Day of the <br />Dozer with the Common Ground Alliance, who are educating people young and old on Call before you <br />Dig, and the risk of damage of underground utilities. The other is introducing the younger generation to <br />the construction industry which is constantly looking for people to join the trades. <br />The other event that we have been a part of is the Minnesota Utility Contractors Association -Trades <br />Show and Tell event there promoting workforce development. The target audience is high school and <br />young adults. This event has local employers from many trades and other businesses showcasing their <br />opportunities for employment. <br />These events along with many other they host bring a great variety of entertainment, fund raising, and <br />educational opportunities to the city of Elk River and surrounding communities. <br />Sincerely, <br />Scott Weness <br />Regional Sales Manager-RDO Equipment Company <br />