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Economic Development Manager Sullivan stated that the City has been approached by a <br />business to potentially construct a retail project and that user would prefer the endcap site. He <br />stated that staff would prefer to have flexibility in trying to develop a plan to maximize the site. <br /> <br />Member Kuzma stated that he would prefer concept one but would also support concept two. <br /> <br />Chairperson Steffen asked if the developer has a preference. <br /> <br />Economic Development Manager Sullivan identified the site the developer had originally <br />submitted was on the east half of the lot, noting that he requested to see the concept for the other <br />site. He confirmed that the developer prefers this site over other sites in the COR because it is <br />visible from Highway 10. <br /> <br />Member Burandt echoed the comments of the other Members and noted that he would prefer the <br />eastern side, leaving the western site for additional retail development. <br /> <br />4.05: Approve Program Outline, Speakers and Emcee for 2019 EDA Business Networking <br />Event <br /> <br />Economic Development Manager Sullivan presented the staff report and the recommendation to <br />approve of the draft format for the event. He confirmed that the date for the event would depend <br />upon the availability of the speaker. <br /> <br />Chairperson Steffen asked the mission of Greater MSP. <br /> <br />Economic Development Manager Sullivan stated that Greater MSP is a newer organization that <br />markets the region and assists with economic development. <br /> <br />Member Cords asked if there would be a more northwest regional focus. <br /> <br />Economic Development Manager Sullivan stated that any speaker could tailor their presentation <br />to the area. <br /> <br />Chairperson Steffen asked if staff would provide the Highway 10 update. <br /> <br />Community Development Director Gladhill stated that City staff and the consultant could <br />provide the update on Highway 10. <br /> <br />Member Riley commented that although Highway 10 is a continued discussion, there is more <br />information available at this time and the presentation should be more than a five-minute <br />discussion. <br /> <br />Member Kuzma commented that Anoka has a lot going on with Highway 10 as well that could <br />be featured and perhaps, they should be invited to have a representative, or MnDOT. <br /> <br />Economic Development Authority/ September 12, 2019 <br />Page 5 of 9 <br /> <br />