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Management Intern Brama introduced himself and gave a brief summary of the projects and committees he has worked on for the City of Ramsey. Members reviewed the highest priorities on 2012 Work Plan. City Administrator Ulrich stated that EDA Members could play a role in business retention by periodically making site visits to businesses in lieu of a meeting. He stated that he will be the main contact for the EDA Members, that EDA Consultant Mike Mulrooney may be utilized more frequently, Management Intern Brama will help with site selections for new businesses or relocation of existing businesses and Senior Planner Tim Gladhill would be able to help identify appropriate sites as well. Member Skaff stated he supports the idea of the EDA members visiting with the leaders of businesses over breakfast or coffee break. It is a way to show them that we care and let them know that they are appreciated. Chairperson Riley stated the EDA has only three events a year that we touch businesses and would want to continue those events, they are low cost. Member Skaff stated he agreed and the Business Appreciation Day golf event is a great event and a way to meet the employees as well as the CEOs of the businesses. Discussion ensued regarding membership in Twin Cities Gateway Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB). Consensus was that this item should be moved down to medium priority; this was completed, however, CVB is not considering a geographic expansion at this time. Discussion ensued regarding the priority "Develop a plan to recapitalize the Ramsey Revolving Loan Fund" and Members decided to move it up to moderately high priorities. Consensus was to remove the priority "Review the financial obligations and resources of the City's TIF districts and submit modifications as necessary" and have Finance Director Diana Lund present a TIF update once a year to the EDA. City Administrator Ulrich stated that the Minnesota Commercial Association of Realtors (MNCAR) Exchange membership is current; Members discussed the membership and decided to see how much it is used this year before removing this from the work plan. Chairperson Riley stated that with the current staffing level changes he doesn't want the EDA to be less productive. He would like to know that someone is assigned to getting things done. Member McGlone stated that it is certainly the wish of the Council to keep this body functioning. Like every other area of the city they want to make it better and less costly, doing the greatest good for the public. Case #2: Business Expo Update Management Intern Brama presented an update on the 2012 Business Expo. He asked members if they were interested in purchasing table coverings for the event. Economic Development Authority /April 12, 2012 Page 2 of 3