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corridors. It was determined that the first goal should be amended to state expanded employment <br />and tax base. <br />It was the consensus of the EDA to add another goal related to a balance of economic <br />development and housing goals. <br />Member Skaff stated that perhaps there could be an incentive for Ramsey businesses to hire <br />Ramsey residents. <br />Community Development Director Gladhill noted that there seemed to be some goals related to <br />recreation and stated that there is a relation between recreation and economic development. It <br />was suggested that goal would be to have a robust offering of recreational opportunities. <br />Chairperson Steffen asked if that would be an appropriate goal for the EDA and if the group <br />would ever discuss that item. <br />Member Skaff noted that recreation helps to provide a well-rounded community that would be <br />attractive to employers. <br />Community Development Director Gladhill suggested amending the goal to have a robust <br />offering of recreational opportunities that benefits employers and employees. He noted that the <br />Park and Recreation Commission is creating a master plan for the parks which will not only <br />focus on improvement of existing facilities but also new facilities. He noted that perhaps it <br />would be beneficial for the EDA to provide input regarding park features related to the industrial <br />park area. <br />Community Development Director Gladhill reviewed the proposed broad goals which include <br />the desire to have an expanded employment and tax base; retain existing employment base; to <br />have The COR fully built according to the plan; to have a balance of economic development and <br />housing goals; to improve the brand and image for key corridors and throughout the community; <br />to have a robust offering of recreation opportunities that benefits employers and employees; to <br />improve safety, reduce congestion and improve the image of Highway 10; and to have increased <br />options for shopping and restaurants for residents and employers. <br />It was determined that the balance of economic development and housing goals should be moved <br />to another category, perhaps under The COR. <br />Economic Dev. Mgr./Assistant City Administrator Brama asked if there would be a difference <br />between building out the industrial park and providing jobs. He used the example of data <br />centers, which would build out the business park but would not provide many jobs. <br />Member Riley stated that there are requirements under the subsidy policy, which requires jobs to <br />be provided. <br />Community Development Director Gladhill suggested that the group break into pairs to develop <br />more specific tactics for some of the goals. The group came back together to share their ideas. <br />Economic Development Authority/January 25, 2018 <br />Page 3 of 5 <br />