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<br />2020 Annual Report • Administration • St. Anthony Village, Minnesota <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />40 <br /> <br />In this regard, the City approved a multi-family redevelopment project on the referenced <br />“Walmart” site, which as noted above,is scheduled for construction over the next few years. <br /> <br />ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT <br />Due significantly to the Covid-19 situation, both large developments and many smaller projects <br />were delayed in 2020, as property owners waited out impacts on the economy. The City <br />undertook efforts to support the local business community in a variety of ways, including <br />creating a process to permit local restaurants to create outdoor seating areas, occupying what <br />would otherwise be required parking area. There continues to be interest in commercial <br />markets in the community, and as the popultion continues to grow and rebound following the <br />pandemic, commercial activity is expected to increase. <br /> <br />COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE <br />On a monthly basis the City Manager convenes a meeting with the Planner, Engineer, Fire <br />Marshal, Fire Chief (code enforcement), Finance Director, License/Permits Clerk and City Clerk, <br />as well as outside financial and legal consultants when applicable. The purpose of these <br />meetings is to discuss issues, share information and updates that affect current and potential <br />development. These meetings also include opportunities for parties with potential <br />development interests to present concepts for major project proposals, and obtain early staff <br />feedback prior to formal land use application. <br /> <br />OPEN TO BUSINESS <br />Open to Business provides one on one business counseling to current and <br />prospective entrepreneurs. Consultants work with residents and businesses <br />to develop a strong business plan, identify challenges and opportunities, <br />and to tailor solutions. In addition to direct consulting, Open to Business program staff can link <br />entrepreneurs with additional resources to help them succeed, including training programs, <br />community or governmental services, financial resources and industry and business <br />professionals.