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Elk River EDA Meeting January 10, 1994 Page 4 Commissioner Dwyer expressed the Business Park Task Force's concern about changing the land use for this area. He indicated that the Task Force first studied the comprehensive plan when determining a location for a business park. The area on the western end on the city along Highway 10 is designated light industrial and future planning for the area was designated as a business park. He indicated that the City should not change this plan. President Gongoll commended the Task Force for its efforts. He indicated that the City must weigh the results of having a commercial development on site within a year, against holding out for a business park which may not be completed ror some time in the ruture. He indicated that he is not sure that he is in full support of the 45 acre commercial development in that location, but reels a compromise can be reached. Bill Rubin questioned how the 45 acre business park inventory would be replaced ir it is lost to commercial development. Bill Rubin also reminded the Commissioners why the Task Force chose the property on Highway 10 ror the business park location. He indicated that most industrial prospects are looking for property with good exposure, good visibility and good access onto a major highway. No formal action was taken on this issue. 9. Consider Task Force Initiatives on Permitting Processes and Plan Review Bill Rubin updated the EDA commissioners on the progress of the Permitting and Plan Review Task Force. He indicated that not much progress has been made at this time, but it is expected that the Task Force will begin meeting early in 1994. 10. Review Preliminary Findings on the Estimated Jobs in Elk River Bill Rubin informed the EDA that he has gathered some information which estimates the number of jobs i~ Elk River. He reviewed the statistics which were discussed by the Commissioners. Bill Rubin explained that he often receives requests ror this type of information. The EDA commended Bill Rubin for his efforts in this project. 11. Consider Revisions to the 1994 Community Profile Bill Rubin explained that the Community Profile is printed and distributed by the Department of Development. In order to individualize the rorm Rubin indicated that he has worked together Commerce to design a more unique Community Profile a standardized form Trade and Economic ror E~k River Bill with the Chamber of for Elk River. COMMISSIONER DUITSMAN MOVED TO APPROVE THE NEWLY DESIGNED COMMUNITY PROFILE FOR ELK RIVER. COMMISSIONER FARBER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 6-0.