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M:\MasterFiles\EDC Minutes-Resolutions\EDC Minutes\2001\01-26-01.doc Commissioner Belting informed the Commission that Mounds View School Superintendent would be at the next membership meeting to discuss current and forthcoming school improvements. He also indicated that a representative from the Vikings organization would be present at the upcoming Business During Hours on March 8 at the New Brighton Family Service Center. D. Report of Staff 1. EDA Liaison: Coordinator Parrish informed the Commission that there will no longer be Commission liaisons. Members of the EDA will be kept up to date through cable television and staff updates. 2. Highway 10 Request for Proposals: Director Ericson indicated that the Highway 10 Request for Proposals would be due in the middle of February, and that there has been considerable interest up to this point. 3. Pre-1997 Interest Earnings Update: Coordinator Parrish informed the Commission that the EDA essentially adopted all of the Commission’s recommendations with regard to Pre-1997 Interest Earnings. 4. Network Liquors Property: Coordinator Parrish informed the Commission that the EDA has purchased the Sheriff’s Certificate for the Network Liquors property. If unredeemed, it would become property of the EDA. 5. Moundsview Square Vacancies: Coordinator Parrish indicated that both Sportsmen’s Guide and Mario’s Movies and Video would be closing in January. 6. Metro North Convention and Visitors Bureau: Coordinator Parrish indicated that the City had been contacted by the Minneapolis Metro North Convention and Visitors Bureau about possible membership. He further discussed the imposition of 3% local lodging tax as a mechanism to fund the organization, and that current and potential hotel operators in Mounds View were being contacted to gain their perspective. 7. Economic Development Plan: Due to the forthcoming County Highway 10 Plan, Coordinator Parrish indicated the Economic Development Plan would not be contemplated until the results of the County Highway 10 study were obtained. 6. EDC BUSINESS A. Consideration of Resolution No. 01-EDC-31 Accepting 2001 Calendar of EDC Meetings Motion/Second: Field/Belting to approve resolution No. 01-EDC-31 accepting the 2001 Calendar of EDC Meetings: Motion Carried: 4 Ayes 0 Nays B. Adopt 2001 Work Plan The Commission discussed potential elements to be included in the 2001 Work Plan. Chair Field suggested that at least one business retention visit be conducted per quarter, and that this be reflected in the Plan. Commissioner Belting suggested that the Commission be active in regard to the forthcoming County Highway 10 study. In particular, he suggested that visits be made to businesses along the corridor due to the potential impact of the plans. Commissioner Belting also suggested that the Commission conduct an examination of the franchise fee. EDA President Sonterre expressed a desire for the Commission to be more active in working with state government. He suggested that the Commission offer input to committees and local legislators as appropriate. Coordinator Parrish indicated that he would incorporate the aforementioned suggestions, and bring back a final draft for the Commission’s February meeting. 7. Adjournment There being no further business before the Commission, this meeting of the Economic Development Commission adjourned at 8:25 a.m.