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Member McGlone stated the issue at this location is that the switchboxes were installed so close to the corner of the property and suggested allowing Allina to have signage on the top of its building facing Ramsey Boulevard and Sunwood. Member LeTourneau thanked Management Analyst Brama for his efforts and felt this process was going well. Member Steffen asked if the City received any negative feedback or criticism. Management Analyst Brama replied there were comments received regarding the Flaherty and Collins project, as well as the City's involvement in The COR, City politics, and Highway 10. He added the overall process has been positive and has helped build respect and mend relationships. City Administrator Ulrich thanked Management Analyst Brama for his leadership role on this project. Management Analyst Brama stated the executive report will include recommendations based on the comments heard from local businesses as to how the City might make changes to accommodate those comments and requests. 4.03: Updates: Fall Networking Event, 167/47 Node, Old City Hall Development, Nordvick Property Demolition, Kuro Fitness RLF, 6745 Highway 10, CDBG Opportunity, EDA Board Structure/Timeline, Pro Power Sports Property, 8019 146 Ave. Management Analyst Brama reported the Fall Networking Event on November 29 was attended by 60 people and was a positive event with a lot of good feedback received and he felt it was worthwhile to continue holding the event. He reported that interest by potential users has been received for the commercial node at 167/47 and staff has been in discussion with one property owner about rezoning as a solution to make this property economically viable. He added an update will be provided to the EDA in January. He reported that staff is moving forward on obtaining shovel ready certification for the Old City Hall site and staff is also continuing its planning efforts for different scenarios as well as a review of the effects on neighboring properties. He reported that progress continues on the demolition of the Nordvick property and staff is waiting for a final report and updates will be provided in January. He reported that the RLF for Kuro Fitness was approved in November and staff is waiting for the business to open in order to close on the loan. He reported that staff is prioritizing opportunities for applying for CDBG grants for a local project in 2013 and this will be wrapped in with the EDA's work plan process with further details provided as the EDA completes its work plan. He reported that a Chair and Vice Chair for the EDA will be elected in January and staff will be looking for recommendations from the EDA. He stated the City Council representatives on the EDA will be appointed in January and the two open seats will be filled in April. He reported that the Pro Power Sports building was recently sold to Mr. Todd Amar who is the main tenant in the Economic Development Authority/December 13, 2012 Page 3 of 6