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accommodate even the largest data users. There were Federal funds that helps Enventis <br /> install the line from St. Paul to Duluth. <br /> DISCUSSION EDA ANNUAL REPORT <br /> Enclosed in the packet is the 2011 EDA Annual Report. The report showcases <br /> commercial and industrial activities and other economic development projects that <br /> happened in 2011. Staff recommended that the EDA review the report and provide <br /> feedback to staff. <br /> Denaway made a motion, seconded by Graff, to approve the 2011 EDA Annual Report. <br /> All aye. Motion Carried. <br /> UPDATE ON THE BUSINESS NETWORKING BREAKFAST—STATE OF THE <br /> CITY ADDRESS <br /> On Tuesday, February 7, 2012, the EDA in partnership with the HBA held the Business <br /> Networking Breakfast State of the City Address. The Blue Heron Grill hosted the event <br /> and 70 people attended the business breakfast. Members of the EDA attended the event <br /> that stated that the audio visuals of the State of the City Address were great. <br /> UPDATE ON DOWNTOWN REDEVELOPMENT <br /> Staff provided an update on the railroad abandonment process along TH61 between 145th <br /> and 140th Street. Staff has met with Washington County to discuss the trail extension <br /> design and construction. Staff encouraged them to review the grade of the trail as it <br /> extends south to CSAH 8. The grade of the trail is higher from 145th to 140th Street than <br /> the rest of the trail. To ensure a safe and adequate crossing over CSAH 8 the trail will <br /> need to be lowered from 145th extending beyond CSAH 8. The trail grade is also high as <br /> it extends south of CSAH 8. There is a residential neighborhood that benefits from the <br /> height of the grade and the tree line as a buffer from TH 61. During the meeting staff <br /> encouraged the grade to be lowered from 145th to beyond CSAH 8. Staff also encouraged <br /> the grade and tree line to remain south of CSAH 8 to continue to provide a buffer for the <br /> residential neighborhood. <br /> Denaway made a motion, seconded by Graff to recommend to the City Council to direct <br /> staff to continue working with Washington County to ensure the grade of the trail will be <br /> consistent with the rest of the trail to ensure accessibility and visibility for businesses. <br /> All aye. Motion Carried. <br /> ADJOURNMENT <br /> Puleo made a motion, seconded by Klein, to adjourn at 10:35 am. <br /> All aye. Motion carried. <br />