3.7. SR 03-19-2007 - Laserfiche WebLink

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Creation of Task Force The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners authorized the creation of an Economic Development Structure Task Force pursuant to the provisions of Minnesota Statutes 469.1082, Subdivision 2 on April 26, 2006. A copy of the County Board Resolution and other organizational documents, including the membership and staff/consultant lists as well as minutes from the June 21,2006, July 13, 2006, July 27,2006, and August 10, 2006 meetings are included in the Appendix for reader reference. The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners determined that formation of the Task Force was necessary as a means to most effectively meet their established goal of working cooperatively with local governments to build a strong County tax base and to encourage the development of quality employment opportunities within Sherburne County. Task Force Compliance with Statutory Requirements Membership on the Task Force is consistent with the statutory direction and included in the appendix. The statutory directive for the Task Force is to issue its report within 90 days of its initial meeting has been complied with by the submission of this report to the Sherbume County Board of Commissioners. Issues Considered by the Task Force The statute requires that the Task Force issue a report identifying: 1. existing economic, housing and community development programs 2. economic, housing and community development services provided by the existing agencies; 3. any gaps in programs and services; 4. the capacity and ability of existing agencies to expand their activities; 5. the recommended organizational option for providing needed economic development, housing and community development services throughout the County in the most efficient manner; and 2