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Commissioner Elvig felt it was important to go with a Highway 10 focus because if anything on Armstrong Boulevard is included, it may run the risk of other communities not supporting Ramsey's economic development. He suggested backing off a focus on Ramsey's economic development. Commissioner Ramsey agreed that public safety is the big issue. Commissioner Tossey noted Highway 10 is a US highway and not getting a dime of federal dollars. He asked why Representative Bachmann is not involved with this issue. Development Manager Lazan agreed the Facebook page is a good place to locate all of the information; however, the brochures will be useful when contacting Legislators. He noted Ramsey was asked to be part of the coalition for the 94 corridor but after several meetings it became obvious that parties were interested only in their own interchange and it would be difficult to share resources. Development Manager Lazan cautioned about dilution too far that it loses Armstrong Boulevard. Commissioner Ramsey stated there is a Highway 10 Coalition but it is not holding meetings because once Coon Rapids got a third lane, it no longer cared about the rest of the corridor. Commissioner Backous agreed that if the City pushes Highway 10 and attracts broader communities, they will say Ramsey already got the train and stop. Chairperson McGlone noted they still have to get through Anoka before addressing the highway in Ramsey. Commissioner Elvig stated Ramsey has a lot of tools in place: the design build, improvement in the middle of a highway as opposed to the ends, and Ramsey was told it is right sized. Now Ramsey needs to show how much money it has already invested. Commissioner Elvig suggested the City meet with Senators Franken and Klobuchar, noting they felt the accident video clip was a good tool. He stated the City needs to create a package of information it can present to Legislators but also needs to work Mn/DOT into the process to create balance. Commissioner Backous noted the City has invested money in RALF properties and given up tax dollars so it has already done its part. Development Manager Lazan presented a chart depicting funding sources. Development Services Manager Gladhill stated the City needs to keep in mind its Transportation Policy Plan with the Metropolitan Council, which is key if the City wants Highway 10 to be in the forefront. Commissioner Ramsey suggested staff prepare an inventory of where the City is at with different funding partners and policy bodies, noting that information will provide a gauge of where the City is at. Housing and Redevelopment Authority / October 2, 2012 Page 7 of 9