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