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Commissioner Petty asks the Cosgroves if they are planning on having an expansion plan for the establishment if it is successful. Mr. Cosgrove states that although a private space will be implemented into the building, they do not intended on creating an event center within the restaurant and would like to keep the building within the range of 4,800 square feet. Mark Youngdahl approaches the podium. Youngdahl is assisting the Cosgroves with the process of developing the new proposed development. Youngdahl presents the first draft of elevations meant to show what the building may look like when completed. Youngdahl presents a 360° view of the elevation concept and explains that the elevations are not meant to represent the finished product, rather it is meant to show the commission and staff what the Cosgroves may have in mind as the process advances. Commissioner Klein mentions that he likes the style of the building and its "barn -like" appearance. Youngdahl states that the best way to categorize the style of the presented building would be a Midwest rural vernacular style. Youngdahl also explains that the style of the building is an aspect that should not be overlooked. Blending styles to create a building that fits into its surrounding environment while maintaining architectural originality is a must. Juba discusses the City's development criteria and states that in order for the Cosgroves to be able to purchase the City owned property for its listed price of $1, they must follow specific use and design guidelines. Juba states that so far, the Cosgroves remain within the City's guidelines and are encouraged to continue to follow these guidelines. Juba recommends that a purchase agreement be drafted between the Cosgroves and the City which could then be approved by the City Council. Juba then recommends that the drafting of a purchase agreement between the Cosgroves and the City be approved by the EDA Commission. Puleo makes a motion, seconded by Klein, to approve the drafting of a purchase agreement between the Cosgroves and the City. All Ayes. Motion carried. DISCUSSION ON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT WORK PLAN Chris Eng approaches to podium. Eng introduces the most recent draft for the City's Economic Development Workplan, which consist of 6 goals as well as action steps and deliverables on how these goals will be achieved. These goals include creating an infrastructure and concept plan for 165th Street and Highway 61, promoting downtown development and redevelopment opportunities, updating Hugo's EDA website, creating and maintaining and business resource list, meeting with property owners and creating an inventory of potential development sites, and exploring options for a business retention and expansion program.