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KIDZ N' BIZ SPONSORSHIP REOUEST <br /> On April 21, 2012, the 8th Annual Kidz n' Biz Fest will be take place at Oneka <br /> Elementary School. This annual event is an opportunity for the HBA and Hugo EDA to <br /> directly connect with the Hugo families and children in a PTA Carnival atmosphere. This <br /> event is expected to attract more than 500 Hugo children and their families; and will once <br /> again feature an assortment of games presented by the Hugo businesses with assistance <br /> from the White Bear School District. Last year the EDA sponsored the event in the <br /> amount of $750. The HBA asked the EDA to sponsor in that same amount again for <br /> 2012. <br /> Klein made a motion, Arcand seconded, to make a recommendation to the City Council <br /> for the EDA to sponsor Kidz n' Biz Fest in the amount of$750. <br /> All aye. Motion carried. <br /> UPDATE ON DOWNTOWN REDEVELOPMENT <br /> Staff updated the EDA on the Metropolitan Grant that was awarded in December 2011. <br /> The property owner continues work with the City in completing the grant funded <br /> activities. One of the items that will be evaluated is stormwater management. <br /> The Ricci's property will be coming on the market again soon, after the new bank <br /> evaluates the appraisal of the property. <br /> City Administrator, Bryan Bear,updated the EDA on an effort to attract data centers by <br /> Greater MSP. They are looking for information on properties that may be suitable in the <br /> region for data centers. They are looking for property that has access to fiber,water, and <br /> dual power, as well as a secure location away from hazards. Staff has met with both <br /> Connexus Energy and Xcel Energy on what they have to offer for power to data centers. <br /> Miron asked about data center demographics. Staff stated that they need a lot of building <br /> space, cooling systems, and do not usually employ over 20-25 people. Graff talked about <br /> data centers within the 3M complex and that they are interesting to tour. <br /> Staff stated that the Xcel training center site plan applications are on upcoming Planning <br /> Commission and City Council agenda for formal approval. The plans are for a 20,000 <br /> square foot building with associated outdoor training areas. Klein asked staff to bring in <br /> Xcel Energy Inc representatives after their formal site plan approval. <br /> OPEN DISCUSSION <br /> Miron asked the members of the EDA if there were items that they would like to see <br /> upcoming agendas. <br /> Graff stated that he would like to discuss the City's regulations for businesses. <br /> Klein stated that he would like to discuss development of an industrial park with an <br /> emphasis on a specific trade. <br />