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Chair Lindberg questioned whether the downtown redevelopment task force will be getting going again soon. Environmental Administrator Haug responded that it will probably not happen until the FAST (Focused Area Study) is done. She will work with Commissioner Kragness to fmd a date that works with Mr. Koop in addition to the flyer. Chair Lindberg commented that it would be best to have it on a week night. 7) Book Proaosals Update Commissioner Mortensen reported that the book has been approved by Arcadia! She had to have the cover photo and text for the back of the book by last Tuesday. She sent five pictures in a week and a half early for approval. Commissioner Mortensen discussed the costs of photos ($5 each at the Sherburne County History Center and between $7 - $60 from the MN History Center in the Twin Cities). She added that Arcadia has graciously allowed her to have both a Bibliography and Index (up to 60 items). The book has to be complete and to the publishers by July 14th. It will be ready for sale sometime in late summer to early fall. Currently, Commissioner Mortensen has 105 photos, but she needs a minimum of 180. She is working up to 1920 currently and may have to go as late as 1940 to get enough photos. Environmental Technician Blake-Bradley questioned whether a PSA (public service announcement) would be in order, asking for assistance from 1850 - 1920. Commissioner Mortensen commented that she needs a variety of photos and will get that information to the Environmental staff as soon as possible. She would like to finish the book early if possible. 8) Planning Commission items Environmental Administrator Haug discussed two items for the June 9 Planning Commission meeting. Neither have any SHPO sites and both have low potential for Archaeological Sites. Elk River Landfill and Knife River both will be mined out. 9 Other 2010 budget is being discussed. It's pretty bleak. Environmental Administrator Haug plans to ask for the same amount as last year. She is asking for $10,000 for professional services, $1,000 for conferences and schools (which is required), $200 for publishing, and $500 for Oxcart membership to Sherburne County History Center. Environmental Administrator Haug is not too optimistic, but wanted everyone to be aware. Commissioner Mortensen commented on her costs regarding the book and photos. She will get 10% commission for the books. She will reimburse the City those funds since she never intended to make any money on writing the book. She doesn't know whether that will amount to very much but she felt every little bit will help. Legacy Amendment funding... lot of $ being allocated to history programs or local historical groups to save locally significant, cultural resources. This may be a source of funds for the saving the water tower. •