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Chairperson Steffen agreed. He asked if proposals could be requested from both Lisa's and <br />Kitchen Table. <br />Economic Development Manager Sullivan confirmed that could be done. He asked that staff be <br />provided the ability to make the decision based on a per meal budget of $40 per meal. He stated <br />that he could meet that with Wells Catering but is unsure that could be done with the other two <br />vendors as of yet. He stated that in looking at the website for Lisa's Catering he did see a steak <br />meal under $40. He asked that flexibility be provided to ensure that staff can verify that the vendor <br />could meet the demands of the event. <br />Chairperson Steffen commented that the consensus is to provide the opportunity to those Ramsey <br />businesses, but provide staff with the flexibility to make the decision. <br />Motion by Member Steffen, seconded by Member Cords, to authorize EDA budget allocation of <br />$5,000, direct staff to select a preferred caterer (preferably from Ramsey) and select Tuesday, <br />August 17th at The Links at Northfork for the 2021 Business Appreciation Day Event. <br />A roll call vote was performed: <br />Member MacLennan aye <br />Member Olson aye <br />Member Cords aye <br />Member Johnson aye <br />Member Riley aye <br />Member Howell aye <br />Chairperson Steffen aye <br />Motion carried. <br />4.04: Consider Implementation of Metropolitan Council Sewer Availability Charge (SAC) <br />Deferral and Financing Program <br />Economic Development Manager Sullivan presented the staff report. <br />Member Cords asked if any opportunities have been lost recently. <br />Economic Development Manager Sullivan commented that no projects have been lost. He stated <br />that there is a project that has asked for assistance in reaching the finish line for their project and <br />this tool could potentially be utilized. <br />Member MacLennan commented that this could be a good tool for businesses to use and exploring <br />this option would not hurt. <br />Chairperson Steffen asked and received confirmation that the restaurant policy remains in place. <br />Economic Development Authority/ May 13, 2021 <br />Page 8 of 11 <br />