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EDC Minutes <br /> February 20, 2015 <br /> Page 3 of 7 <br /> proposed trail from the library building to the existing city trail. However, this is only an <br /> idea at this point. Since the parking wouldn't be needed until next spring, there is still <br /> time to work out the details. <br /> Chair Helgemoe asked what is meant by maintaining. Beeman said it meant removing <br /> the snow, cutting the grass along the sides, and clearing the path when needed. <br /> Beeman said the County has the money to install the trail but they don't have anyone to <br /> maintain it once installed. Helgemoe said that he assumed Apple Tree Dental already <br /> had their own maintenance person anyway, so this seems reasonable. <br /> Commissioner Gary Stevenson mentioned there was already a trail in place that the city <br /> owns. Beeman clarified that the trail the library is considering would be a spur <br /> connecting the existing city trail to the library. <br /> Chair Helgemoe asked if Apple Tree Dental was staying busy. Beeman responded that <br /> when he was there it was very busy and they continue to grow. Beeman added there is a <br /> misperception that Apple Tree Dental only services special needs patients since they are <br /> a non-profit organization. Beeman clarified that Apple Tree Dental is open for anyone <br /> needing dental care even though they have specialized equipment like a chair lift and <br /> sliding chair and 3D x-ray machines and special payment plans. Helemoe added that <br /> they also accept all insurances. <br /> Silver View Plaza <br /> Coordinator Beeman updated the Commission on Silver View Plaza, stating that it was <br /> sold this spring, is under new ownership, and a new property management team. <br /> Beeman talked to the new property manager meeting in the vacant space and <br /> discussing options to fill the vacancy. Beeman also reviewed the list of $15,000 worth of <br /> improvements expected to be completed this year like new security lighting in the rear of <br /> the building and new overhead led lighting under the front awning. Beeman asked the <br /> property manager if the large sign along County Road 10 would be removed or <br /> improved. The property manager said the sign is in the 2016 budget and a decision will <br /> be made at that time. <br /> Chair Helgemoe said the Silver View property has been a challenge in past years to get <br /> the property owners to make any improvements like Pastor Enterprises did a number of <br /> years ago across the street in Mounds View Square. So this news is promising. <br /> Beeman reported that the property manager tried to convince Fantastic Sam's to move <br /> into the vacant space so the school district could take the entire east half of the building. <br /> However, Fantastic Sam's hasn't been interested in moving due to cost and other <br /> reasons not given. <br /> Rice Creek Commons (TCAAP) Development Update <br /> Next, Coordinator Beeman provided an update on anticipated improvements relating to <br /> Rice Creek Commons. An aerial picture was posted for the Commission to review. <br /> Beeman stated that most of the businesses were in agreement of the County Road H <br /> improvements and that the County had tried to contact the owner of Lucky's Gas Station <br />