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111 <br /> Staff Memo <br /> To: Economic Development Commission Members <br /> From: Cathy Bennett, Economic Development Coordinator <br /> Date: November 13, 1995 <br /> Agenda Item: Discussion of Community Connections Committee <br /> (Special Bus.) <br /> I have invited Susie Kaiser, volunteer for Mounds View School District, to speak to the <br /> EDC regarding facilities, faculty usage and services for the residents within the City of <br /> Mounds View. The Community Connections Committee has been involved in <br /> discussions regarding areas the City and the School District could work together <br /> beyond the issues of space at elementary schools. As a result of discussions, it <br /> • became apparent that ideas and talents by residents should be better utilized. <br /> Therefore, the committee has been holding focus groups of different Mounds View <br /> resident populations (empty nesters, young couples with small children, singles, etc) <br /> to gather information on their thoughts regarding the perceived needs for Mounds <br /> View services as it pertains to educational programs. <br /> One of the proposals involves the potential use of excess tax increment dollars to <br /> funds the up front cost of a new or expanded school\community center facility. It <br /> would be useful for the EDC to learn about the proposed future plans that may affect <br /> economic development plans in Mounds View. In addition, the Community <br /> Connections Committee should hear from the businesses and residents, which make <br /> up the EDC, representing a commitment to the economic future of the City. <br /> • <br />