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ilk Request for Action River To Item Number Economic Development Authority and Housing and Redevelopment 3. Authority Agenda Section Meeting Date Prepared by N/A October 19,2015 Colleen Eddy, ED Specialist Item Description Reviewed by EDA and HRA New Website Work session Amanda Othoudt, ED Director Reviewed by Cal Portner, City Administrator Action Requested Information presented for discussion only. Background/Discussion During our most recent budget discussions with the EDA and the HRA, staff identified the need to update our website to create a fresh new look,better navigation capabilities and the ability to incorporate information on the both EDA and HRA programs and initiatives. The economic development staff met with the city clerk and communications coordinator to review website companies and options. The group narrowed down the search to the Golden Shovel Agency, who specializes in Economic Development websites. Golden Shovel Agency understands the important role websites play in the economic development process. Sending the right impression is critical and that requires a thorough understanding of the region and the target audiences. Both the EDA and HRA have approved redesigning the EDA/HRA website during the 2015 budget discussions.And tonight, both commissions will have the opportunity to hear directly from the representative from Golden Shovel Agency and have any questions answered. John Marshall,Vice President of Sales at Golden Shovel Agency will make a presentation to the commissions and will allocate time for Q and A. Financial Impact The total cost of developing the website is $11,400 to be split evenly between the EDA and the HRA from the Professional Services line item beginning in 2016 and annually thereafter. Attachments • Golden Shovel Agency Proposal [ emu' / / NATURE