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Community Development Director Gladhill presented the staff report. <br /> Chairperson Steffen referenced the Rum River Hills section and noted that perhaps that section <br /> was slimmed down a bit too far. He suggested including a map. <br /> Community Development Director Gladhill agreed that a map identifying the residential and <br /> retail opportunities would be helpful. <br /> Member Riley asked why only one specific node/project is highlighted on the Rum River Hills <br /> section and asked if there should be additional nodes highlighted. <br /> Community Development Director Gladhill noted that this node/project was highlighted to show <br /> the work of the EDA. He noted that if additional retail nodes are desired to be highlighted, staff <br /> can attempt to add to that. <br /> Member LeTourneau stated that if the plan is going to highlight nodes, perhaps the node at 167th <br /> and CR 47 should be identified and included. <br /> Community Development Director Gladhill stated that was the attempt in identifying the Rum <br /> River Hills area rather than calling it the 167th and CR 47 node. <br /> Chairperson Steffen stated that Rum River Hills is the name of the section while the retail node <br /> is mentioned. He agreed that perhaps the 167th and CR 47 node is not the most attractive name. <br /> Member Riley stated that because this is a 20-year planning document, he would like to see staff <br /> identify additional retail nodes included so that it does not show that this node is the only focus <br /> for the next 20 years. <br /> Chairperson Steffen noted that The COR and the industrial park are also highlighted but agreed <br /> that additional retail node opportunities could be included. <br /> Community Development Director welcomed input from the Members on future retail nodes that <br /> should be included and noted that Members can send that information to City staff <br /> Member Riley noted that although schools are important, perhaps including that item on the <br /> Comprehensive Plan is not the right place as that item is more under the control of the School <br /> District rather than the City. <br /> Community Development Director Gladhill noted that he can forward that comment to the <br /> Steering Committee, Planning Commission and City Council for consideration. He explained <br /> that education was a major theme that continued to come up in several community events and <br /> was identified as a key pillar for the community. <br /> Member Kanaventi referenced the physical barriers identified and asked if there are plans to <br /> overcome those barriers. <br /> Economic Development Authority/March 8, 2018 <br /> Page 4 of 7 <br />