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Economic Development Manager Sullivan presented the staff report. <br /> Member Stewart stated that she is familiar with Kitchen Table but was not familiar with Wells <br /> Catering, so she had to look up information on that company. She stated that company also looks <br /> great and therefore she would go with the more cost-efficient option of Wells Catering for the <br /> event. <br /> Chairperson Olson commented that the Highway 10 topic was very popular last year and agreed <br /> that the content for this year looked great. He agreed that the more cost-effective option for <br /> catering should be chosen, with Wells Catering, noting that company does a great job for the other <br /> EDA event as well. <br /> Member MacLennan commented that Wells Catering has been used in the past and does a great <br /> job. He commented that it is a basic breakfast and therefore the more cost-effective vendor should <br /> be chosen. He agreed that the agenda looks good and noted that the meeting is typically well <br /> attended. He also believed that the date seems to be a good choice. <br /> Member Johnson asked if the past attendance has been at 100. <br /> Economic Development Manager Sullivan commented that attendance has ranged from 60 to 120, <br /> noting that the meeting was held virtually during COVID. He did anticipate 100 people for this <br /> event as more people are wanting to attend in person after COVID. He noted that if Kitchen Table <br /> is chosen, $6,000 would need to be allocated for the budget, while $3,500 would be allocated if <br /> Wells Catering is chosen. He noted that selecting Wells Catering would allow more wiggle room <br /> in the budget if more people attend and the budget could authorize up to $4,000. <br /> Member Wiyninger asked the typical audience for this meeting and what kind of marketing is done <br /> in preparation. <br /> Economic Development Manager Sullivan replied that typically there is a mix of the different <br /> sectors, perhaps more heavily attended by industrial businesses. He stated that there are business <br /> owners and CEOs. He stated that because this event is designed for businesses, the City does <br /> extend the invitation to every single business. <br /> Motion by Member Johnson, seconded by Member Stewart, to allocate $4,000 for the 2023 <br /> Business Network Meeting and Lyndes/Wells Catering at the Fountains of Ramsey; approve the <br /> proposed agenda; and select Business Network Meeting date of January 31, 2023. <br /> Motion carried. Voting Yes: Chairperson Olson, Members Johnson, Stewart, MacLennan, Riley, <br /> and Wiyninger. Voting No: None. Absent: Member Howell. <br /> 5. MEMBER/STAFF UPDATE <br /> 5.01: Project Update <br /> Economic Development Authority/November 10, 2022 <br /> Page 2 of 4 <br />