HomeMy WebLinkAbout#04 - EDA AppointmentDATE: February 2, 2022
CONSENT
AGENDA ITEM: Economic Development Authority Appointment
SUBMITTED BY: Kristina Handt, City Administrator
BACKGROUND: The Economic Development Authority (EDA) is a legal entity created by the City to facilitate a well-rounded development program to create flexible business assistance and development programs. The EDA is governed by a board consisting of seven members; two members of City Council, and five of which are
real property owners, in good standing, from within the jurisdictional boundary of the City of Lake Elmo, who are appointed by the Mayor with Council approval. Two alternates are also appointed.
Currently there are two vacant terms ending 12/31/2023 as well as the two alternate positions. ISSUE BEFORE COUNCIL: Who should the Mayor appoint and Council confirm to the Economic Development Authority? PROPOSAL: Tony Manzara have applied for the EDA and council interviewed him January 18th. Following the meeting staff provided him with additional information about the EDA and he would still like to serve. OPTIONS: Council may appoint Manzara to the EDA and/or continue to advertise for applicants. RECOMMENDATION: “Motion to appoint Tony Manzara to the Economic Development Authority for a term ending 12/31/23” ATTACHMENTS:
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