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Member Wise noted that any time they sign into a joint powers agreement they are giving up <br />something. <br />Member LeTourneau noted the HRA allows them to levy now. <br />Member Wise questioned if they could opt out and that they should be cautious. <br />Member Williams suggested they find out more about any powers that would be transferred to <br />the county, if it could have further ramifications. <br />Board consensus was to determine opt out options. <br />Management Analyst Brama indicated the second half of the report is the proposal, a five -point <br />plan He suggested a survey be sent out and then to visit Ramsey businesses. <br />Chairperson Riley noted periodically they've done a survey to get a flavor of what's going on in <br />the city. <br />Management Analyst Brama indicated visits are not currently being done, informally perhaps, <br />but there is no formal program and they would like to start one. <br />City Administrator Ulrich stated it is in the budget for next year to add a staff person to assist. <br />Mr. Mulrooney commented the EDA may want to review if the economic gardening program is a <br />good fit. He suggested since the MN Chamber of Commerce actively undertakes many <br />activities, staff may want to review what they're doing. Also, the U of M has a structured <br />program for volunteers, to see what needs to be included in a program such as this. Most <br />investment in the community will be from companies already here that want to grow and expand. <br />Board consensus was to have staff look into the Chamber of Commerce activities. <br />Management Analyst Brama noted he has been in contact with them and will bring forward a <br />survey close to theirs at the next meeting. <br />4.04: Business Appreciation Golf Tournament Update <br />Management Analyst Brama provided an update of the 2012 Golf Tournament and summarized <br />where they currently are in the process. He provided an example of the giveaway item. He <br />noted several companies are calling in to register. He asked for participants to staff the EDA <br />tent. <br />The registration count was discussed noting email and letters to businesses were sent out. <br />Board consensus was that all planning looks great. <br />Economic Development Authority /August 2, 2012 <br />Page 3 of 5 <br />