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Wirtz's Nursery in light of their recent bankruptcy. Finally, current reports need to be reworked to make them more relevant for today. Case #4: UPDATE ON RAMSEY TOWN CENTER Deputy City Administrator/Community Development Director Nelson presented the Ramsey Town Center update. Ms. Nelson explained that the new brand roll -out for the area formerly known as the Ramsey Town Center, will be taking place on Wednesday, July 14th when News Releases announce the celebration of the launch of The COR. The new focus will be on higher -density in The COR, and ensuring that the plan be flexible in response to today's market. The attempt will be made to run The COR like a private development, and the long-term goal is to be in the best position possible when the market improves. A celebration is scheduled on Thursday, August 5th at the new Amphitheater. The Big Walter Smith Band will be performing, and guests are encouraged to attend the Farmer's Market before the concert. Darren Lazan, Development Manager of Landform, gave an update on the work that has been done in an attempt to bring in new business in The COR. Case #5: UPDATE ON 2010 BUSINESS APPRECIATION DAY Management Intern Hendricks gave an update on the Business Appreciation Day golf event. Registration fees are coming in, and past hole sponsors will be contacted by phone to encourage them to participate again this year. Staff has prepared a case to request HRA funding to help off -set the cost of fleece jackets (with The COR logo) that will be given to participants. Reusable bags are being donated by QCTV and miscellaneous items, including The COR pins and other promotional items, will be included in the bags. Case #6: ANOKA AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE GOLF EVENT AND 3M CHAMPIONSHIP ANOKA COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DAY Deputy City Administrator/Community Development Director Nelson invited EDA members to participate in one of two different upcoming golf events. The Anoka Area Chamber of Commerce 22"a Annual Golf Tournament on July 25th, and the Anoka County hosting of the hospitality tent at the 3M Championship at the Tournament Players Club in Blaine on August 5th through the 8th. MEMBER INPUT Member Skaff tabled Chairperson Riley's suggestion to add a case to the agenda to discuss the vacancy of the Economic Development staff position due to time constraints. Economic Development Authority / July 8, 2010 Page 5 of 6