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of business, such as robotics or medical. Commission Graff agreed and suggested partnerships with entities like the University of Minnesota. UPDATE ON BOOT CAMP FOR ENTREPRENEURS Staff updated the EDA on the Boot Camp for Entrepreneurs that was held on October 18, 2011. Commissioner Graff presented the benefits and other topic ideas for the boot camp. There were 29 people that attended and 9 speakers for the boot camp. He stated that marketing seemed to be very important to small business owners. He stated the next topic could include the various strategies for marketing specific to small business. He would like to see the boot camp idea continue. UPDATE ON DOWNTOWN REDEVELOPMENT Staff updated the EDA on downtown redevelopment. The development team that has a purchase agreement created a new package for interested users. They will be coming back to the EDA in the next few months to report on their progress. The grant for the planning of Pete Sampair's property was recommended for funding by the Met Council's Livable Community Advisory Committee. Staff will be informed at the end of the year on the formal funding agreement. Ricci's will be demolished by the end of November. Xcel Energy Inc., has submitted an application to develop the southern portion of the property located at 13676 Fenway Boulevard. They are proposing a 30,000 square foot building with associated outdoor electric and gas training. They are on the Planning Commission agenda for approval in December. ADJOURNMENT Klein made a motion, seconded by Graff, to adjourn at 10:23 am. All aye. Motion carried.