Minutes - Economic Development Authority - 01/25/2018

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Member Burandt reviewed the tactical ideas under the goal of expanding the employment and tax base. Member Skaff reviewed the tactical ideas under the goal for increased shopping and restaurants for resident and employers. Member Johns reviewed the tactical ideas under the goal for improving safety, reducing congestion, and improving the image of Highway 10. Community Development Director Gladhill confirmed that there were no additional comments or input regarding the ideas just shared. He stated that staff would now take these ideas and put them into a draft document that will come before the group at the February or March meeting for review. He asked the group to share their key takeaways from the meeting today. Member Johns stated that the expanded employment base should be the highest priority and should include metrics. Member Riley agreed that goal had the most comments and should be the highest priority. Member Kanaventi stated that he likes the idea of thinking progressively and reviewing the goals progressively. Member Skaff stated that these goals are doable, and the group should remain optimistic. Chairperson Steffen stated it was a nice exercise that broke down the 20-year plan into bite sized pieces. Member Burandt stated that his focus would be on the build out, of The COR,the industrial park, and the housing market. 5. MEMBER/STAFF UPDATE Chairperson Steffen expressed his appreciation and thanks to Member Skaff on his contribution to the EDA and his ten years of service. 6. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Member Skaff, seconded by Member Johns,to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. Voting Yes:Chairperson Steffen, Members Skaff, Johns, Burandt, Kanaventi, and Riley. Voting No: None. Absent: Members Hardin and LeTourneau. The regular meeting of the Economic Development Authority adjourned at 8:48 a.m. Respectfully submitted, Economic Development Authority/January 25,2018 Page 4 of 5