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5. MEMBER / STAFF UPDATE <br />Economic Development Manager Sullivan thanked everyone that participated in the business <br />appreciation event and provided a recap on the event. He stated that Happy Days will be held this <br />weekend and the Business Expo will take place on October 16th. He reviewed the development <br />update he provided via email. He also advised of an upcoming joint meeting between the Planning <br />Commission, EDA, and City Council. <br />Member Riley stated that people always want to know what is being developed and stated that <br />perhaps the EDA could put signs out such as "future site of' in order to alert the public. He stated <br />that the signs would provide good information and would also be a form of advertising. <br />Member Johnson noted that perhaps a local company could make the signs. <br />Member Riley stated that Public Works has the ability to make street signs and that type of signage <br />as well. <br />Economic Development Manager Sullivan stated that sometimes the company wants to announce <br />that its coming to the site. He asked if the sign would be given to the business when construction <br />is done, or whether the sign would be reused. He was unsure if the business would have a use for <br />the sign long-term. <br />Member MacLennan stated that he would be interested in reuse of the sign. <br />Member Johnson commented that she could support either option. <br />Member Steffen commented that the Village Bank sign on the GiGi's site is nice and perhaps staff <br />reach out to the bank to see who makes their signs. <br />Member Riley agreed that perhaps direction be given to staff to reach out to the bank and find out <br />more information. <br />Member Olson stated that he would be more interested in the sign style Village Bank used rather <br />than a street sign. <br />Member Cords stated that in terms of economic development, he likes the idea of having a sign <br />that would educate the public on what is coming to the site. <br />Economic Development Manager Sullivan stated that he likes the idea of a reusable sign and noted <br />that perhaps they have three signs that could be reused and recirculated for projects. He stated that <br />he can gather additional information. <br />Chairperson Cords stated that he had a preliminary discussion with members of the Anoka Ramsey <br />Athletic Association Board. He stated that the association is interested in finding a site close to <br />The COR where they could put up a facility for practice and sport space. He stated that type of <br />facility would help to drive economic development in The COR. <br />Economic Development Authority/ September 9, 2021 <br />Page 4 of 5 <br />