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Heritage Preservation Commission Minutes July 17, 2025 Page 3 + Mr. Carlton asked if the Commission liked the idea of incorporating fire and water into the design. Ms. Meulners-Comstock commented that theme could be conveyed through art or plants. Commissioner Campbell asked if the Elk River fire department may want to have input on the history of the fire or have historic items to display. Commissioner Dietz added that there are historic hitching posts that could be installed on the site. Ms. Meulners-Comstock reviewed the materials that would be brought to Elk RiverFest and the Farmer's Market which would ask residents their opinion on that they wanted to see at the site. Commissioner Dietz asked if there would be some sort of fence or screening to protect neighboring properties from any lights installed at the water tower site. Ms. Meulners-Comstock showed the Commission the website that was created for the project which includes an interactive map where people can share their concerns, ideas, or photos as well as take a survey. She stated, once the two engagement events are completed, she would create a summary of public feedback. Mr. Carlton discussed the potential of a special meeting in September. 5.2 Farmer's Market Booth — July 31 Mr. Carlton stated the Commissioners could volunteer for a shift at Elk RiverFest or the Farmer's Market at the Heritage Preservation Commission booth. 5.3 Other Business Mr. Carlton asked if any of the Commissioners would like to attend the Preserve Minnesota Conference in New Ulm on September 10-12, 2025. Commissioner Dietz was interested and Commissioner Campbell was potentially interested. 6. Adjournment Moved by Commissioner Dietz and seconded by Commissioner Campbell to adjourn the meeting of the Heritage Preservation Commission. Motion carried 5-0. The meeting adjourned at 6:55 p.m. Minutes pre6arAd by Katie Lindberg, L�EflEI I TUR