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EDC Minutes <br /> March 21,2008 <br /> Page 7 of 7 <br /> S She summarized by saying that the location of the numerous available properties(both <br /> areas) at a key intersection within the community puts the City in a good position to <br /> create a nucleus, although redevelopment is extremely expensive and complex, so it <br /> would take a lot of support and a very strong vision from Mounds View appointed and <br /> elected officials to make it possible. The redevelopment roundtable on April 7th may be <br /> the beginning of meaningful redevelopment discussions, such as discussing what the <br /> City wants the corridor to look like in 20 years. <br /> Chair Helgemoe referenced Lino Lakes's town center project. He said their sentiment <br /> was that they had open land and wanted to"do it right". They didn't want to jeopardize <br /> the long-term health of the community for a short-term benefit. He added that perhaps <br /> Mounds View should move slower rather than faster because if we do the right thing it <br /> will impact us in years to come. <br /> Ms. Steinmetz provided more background information regarding the planning study that <br /> was completed for Mounds View's Premium Stop Redevelopment Area and that it is <br /> posted on the City's Website. The City does have a vision and a concept for the <br /> Premium Stop area but not for the Saturn site. The City's involvement for both areas is <br /> to promote the areas to the development community. Although the EDA owns one <br /> parcel in the area, the City is not interested in purchasing more property. <br /> Ms. Steinmetz concluded by saying that the roundtable will provide more insight on this <br /> issue. Chair Helgemoe said that hopefully the results of the roundtable will be for the <br /> City to take a more proactive approach rather than"throwing caution to the wind". This is <br /> a highly visible and important area. Perhaps after input is received at the roundtable,the <br /> • EDC should continue this discussion as high on its priority list. Ms.Steinmetz suggested <br /> a joint meeting between the EDC and the Council. She will keep the EDC posted. <br /> 9. ADJOURNMENT <br /> There being no further business before the Commission, Chairperson Helgemoe adjourned <br /> the meeting 8:53 a.m. 1 <br /> Respectfully submitted, <br /> Ai..,,Z <br /> Heidi Steinmetz <br /> Economic Development Specialist <br /> 4110 <br />