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Econ. Dev. Mgr/Assistant City Administrator Brama reviewed opportunities for training for Members of the EDA. He stated that if Members have interest in any of these opportunities they should reach out to staff. 5.02: Business Retention and Expansion Update Economic Dev. Mgr/Assistant City Administrator Brama stated that staff attempts to conduct 24 visits per year, noting that 14 visits have been completed so far in 2018. He stated that if Members are interested in attending visits, they should reach out to staff. He noted that Member Kanaventi attended the Dedicated Networks visit and thanked him for his participation. Economic Dev. Mgr/Assistant City Administrator Brama stated that there is a vacant restaurant space in The COR and noted that staff is working with a potential start-up user. He provided other updates including interest from a potential grocer and updates within the business park. He noted that KORU Fitness provided the final payment on the loan they received from the EDA. He advised that Ms. Wenberg has completed her last day with the City and the economic development team will cover her responsibilities until a new staff member comes on board. He noted that Ramsey was recognized as one of the five finalist the previous night for its efforts with real estate development. City Administrator Ulrich noted that the Council approved the Feasibility Study and ordered plans and specifications for an infiltration basin within The COR, which will help to provide storm water infiltration for COR projects. He provided an update on other recent Council activities noting that Councilmember Riley won the election the previous night. He noted that the Mayor position and multiple Council positions are up for election in November. He stated that legislation has been introduced in the Senate and House for the Ramsey Boulevard grade separation rail crossing. Chairperson Steffen noted that there is a vacant position on the EDA and asked when a new Member will be appointed. Economic Dev. Mgr/Assistant City Administrator Brama replied that applications for that position are due on April 20th and anticipated that the Council will conduct interviews in May with appointment occurring in June. 6. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Member Hardin, seconded by Member Burandt, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Chairperson Steffen, Members Burandt, Hardin, Kanaventi, LeTourneau, and Riley. Voting No: None. Absent: None. The regular meeting of the Economic Development Authority adjourned at 8:46 a.m. Respectfully submitted, Economic Development Authority/April 12, 2018 Page 7 of 8