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Acting Chairperson Riley agreed that switching the location of the event would be a good <br /> opportunity to keep the event fresh and highlight a new local business. He stated that perhaps <br /> there should be signage near the Fountains stating that the event will be at Adrenaline and about <br /> parking at the location. <br /> City Administrator Ulrich stated that the idea of bringing in builders and remodelers into the <br /> event was discussed and perhaps that should be discussed as well. <br /> Economic Development Manager Sullivan stated that he would be open to adding that aspect if <br /> there is a need but would want to ensure that they are Ramsey businesses. <br /> Member Hardin stated that perhaps if there is space a builders/remodeler's section could be <br /> incorporated into the expo. <br /> Economic Development Manager Sullivan stated that the current EDA contribution to the budget <br /> for the event is $6,000. He noted that additional marketing and materials likely be needed for the <br /> new location and asked if there is flexibility to go above that $6,000 budget. He suggested that <br /> the EDA contribution to the budget be increased to a not to exceed amount of $7,000. He <br /> confirmed that there are funds available in the budget. <br /> Acting Chairperson Riley asked if there is a staff preference on the dates. <br /> Economic Development Manager Sullivan stated that the feedback from 2016 was that vendors <br /> would prefer to hold the event earlier than April 16. He stated that March 23rd or 30th would be <br /> the dates he would focus on. <br /> Member Lambrecht stated that perhaps come consideration should be given to the snowbirds that <br /> come back on April 1st and therefore she would lean towards April 6th <br /> City Administrator Ulrich stated that the previous year the event was held Easter weekend and he <br /> would discourage that. <br /> Staff verified that the Easter would not fall on any of the proposed dates. <br /> Motion by Member Lambrecht, seconded by Member Kanaventi, to select Adrenaline Sports as <br /> the venue of the 2019 Business Expo, to be held on April 6, 2018, and with an EDA contribution <br /> to the budget not to exceed $7,000. <br /> Further discussion: Member Kanaventi stated as a vendor attempting to participate, he used the <br /> zip code 55303 and was almost declined stating that he was from Anoka. He encouraged staff to <br /> ensure that addresses are being checked. <br /> Motion carried. Voting Yes: Acting Chairperson Riley, Members Lambrecht, Kanaventi, and <br /> Hardin. Voting No: None. Absent: Chairperson Steffen and Members Burandt and <br /> LeTourneau. <br /> Economic Development Authority/November 8,2018 <br /> Page 3 of 5 <br />