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EDC Minutes <br /> November 16, 2007 Not �� ���� <br /> . . �~�= Approved <br /> ="v~=d <br /> Page 2 <br /> mmm� <br /> that the December EDC meeting be cancelled to allow the EDC enough time to provide comments <br /> (also because there does not seem to be any pressing issues for the EDC to consider in December). <br /> Commissioner Meehlhause reminded the EDC that he represents the EDC on the Comprehensive <br /> Plan task force. He added that the task force has reviewed Chapter 4 and there have not been <br /> significant changes thus far. <br /> It was of EDC consensus that comments be provided to staff regarding the entire Economic <br /> Development component (pages 90-95) upon receiving the comparison from staff. Staff will then <br /> provide a summary of the comments at the next meeting. It was also noted that additional changes <br /> may arise during the EDO's January 2008 goals discussion. <br /> 6. REPORT OF COMMISSIONERS <br /> Chairperson Helgernoe reported on a Twin Cities North Chamber event that he attended recently at <br /> the Janes Field (Anoka County)Airport regarding a new banquet/conference faciliurant that <br /> may be constructed there. The building will be 50.000 square feet and worth $4 million. The <br /> project's investor group still needs to raise $900,000 in stock to fully fund the p 'act. The pr 'act <br /> has been'in the works"for a couple of years. CunnnniaaionerField also a�ended'the event. <br /> Commissioner Johnson mentioned that the Schwan's Super Rink facility at the National Sports <br /> Center in Blaine will be expanding to include a hotel/water park/restaurant. <br /> She also thanked Commissioner Jaker for his years of service on the EDC. Since it appears that the <br /> December EDC meeting will be cancelled, today is Commissioner Jeker'ofinal EDC meeting <br /> because his term expires inDecember. Commissioner Jaherstated that ithas been anhonor and <br /> - <br /> privilege to serve on the EDO. <br /> 7. REPORTS OF STAFF <br /> A. Premium Stop Redevelopment: Economic Development Specialist Heidi Steinmetz stated that <br /> the EDA approved a resolution this past Monday regarding a six-month Preliminary Development <br /> Agreement with Master Development,which allows the developer exclusive negotiating rights to <br /> assemble a project on the former Premium Stop site. Commissioner Belting added that he is <br /> very impressed with the developer's credentials. <br /> Chairperson He|gennoe inquired of Director Ericson whether or not the Robert's parcel is <br /> involved in a forc|osure process. Director Ericson stated "yes" and that he <br /> has placed a phone call to confirm that the redemption period has expired. <br /> Commissioner Meehlhause inquired about the large pipes that are currently located on the <br /> property. Director Ericson responded that the City is undergoing a project with Xcel Energy to <br /> replace the 4-inch gas main that runs through the City with an 8-inch line. Commissioner <br /> Johnson, employed by X-cel, added that the 4-inch line is 40 years old and that it's simply time <br /> for an upgrade. <br /> B. Silver View Plaza: Ms. Steinmetz reported that staff met with the property manager this week <br /> and that it appears that until the City sets forth a redevelopment concept or vision for the property <br /> that the property owner, Kraus-Anderson,will be taking a'wait and see"approach regarding the <br /> future of the property. <br /> • <br />