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Heritage Preservation Commission Mazch G, 2007 Page 2 about the by-pass by Armstrong Blvd. Chair Lindberg said that it was not discussed but that option would probably not help the situation anyway. The second question the task force small groups discussed was whether or not North Highway 10 should be connected to the core downtown and if so, how much. The groups discussed that looking at the north and south as two separate issues. The third question the small groups had was whether or not downtown should expand to the west. Some of the participants said "yes". It was discussed that the funeral home is not the best use for getting shoppers because it doesn't get people downtown. Commissioner Rohlf asked if the goal is to convert the downtown commercial business district to residential. Commissioner Lindberg said that more housing would help support the retail. However, most felt that having businesses converted into homes is a good transition and acts well as a buffer. Commissioner Rohlf said that he feels this is a good transition and it is good to plan things through. He is concerned with the urgenry of redevelopment. Chair Lindberg said that some downtown property owners may want to redevelopment and the purpose of this plan is to determine what would be allowable and have ordinances in place to make sure that the projects fit. Commissioner Kragness wants to make sure that there are historic design standards in place. Chair Lindberg spoke with Heidi Steinmetz about having a speaker to discuss heritage preservation. Chair Lindberg spoke with Bjorn Skoquist, Mayor of Anoka and he would be willing to speak. Commissioner Kragness suggested Michael Koop from the Minnesota Historical Society since he is familiar with Elk River. Commissioner Rohlf asked if the HPC would be able to attend the meeting when the speakers attend. Chair Lindberg said yes but the HPC would not be able to make any comments. Chair Lindberg also went through the memo from Heidi Steinmetz with the proposed schedule for the task force. The task force would like to be able to have a couple of open houses. 5. Approve HPC Policies Due to the low number of commissioners present, it was decided that the policies be brought back to the next meeting for approval. 6. Schedule Next HPC Meeting and Identify Agenda Items Archaeological Dig -Staff discussed the options for the summer 2007 dig. Dr. Rothaus is concerned that there isn't enough money so we will need to request donations. However, the city is also soliciting donations for the Energy Expo so we're not sure what type of response we'll receive. IT was also discussed that the dig be held only one week-end and possibly charge. The Commissioners do not wish to charge the residents. Staff will further discuss the dig with Dr. Rothaus. Commissioner Rohlf discussed whether or not we're still going to pursue going into the river. Commissioner Gongoll and Commissioner Rohlf will speak with the Houlton's since they own the river and see if they would be willing to allow this to happen because it will