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O <br /> • <br /> EN HILLS <br /> MEMORANDUM <br /> DATE: August 1, 2012 <br /> EDC Agenda Item 3.A <br /> TO: Economic Development Commission Chair and Commissioners <br /> FROM: Jill Hutmacher, Community Development Director Jti <br /> SUBJECT: 2012 Work Plan Update <br /> The EDC discussed the 2012 Work Plan at the October and December 2011 meetings. The 2012 <br /> Work Plan (attached) was approved on February 1, 2012. The Work Plan is consistent with the <br /> City Council goals established in 2011. <br /> At the May 2, 2012, EDC meeting, Commissioners requested that the Work Plan be placed on <br /> the agenda of the next meeting. Commissioners wanted to consider whether the Work Plan was <br /> appropriate to the skills and expertise of EDC Commissioners. <br /> • Following is a progress update on the 2012 Work Plan. <br /> TCAAP Development <br /> Scheduled: Yearlong <br /> • The City supported the Vikings stadium proposal. <br /> • Staff has met regularly with Ramsey County regarding potential acquisition by County. <br /> • The City provided content to Ramsey County for a DEED grant application. <br /> • The City has maintained contact with legislators briefed during the 2011/12 session. <br /> • The City approved a resolution in support of Ramsey County acquisition. <br /> • The City is obtaining legal advice on terms of a potential memorandum of understanding <br /> with Ramsey County. <br /> New Member Recruitment <br /> Scheduled: Yearlong <br /> • EDC Commissioners and staff have contacted potential commissioners. <br /> • The Council liaison has promoted the EDC at televised Council meetings. <br /> • EDC openings have been advertised on the website and in the newsletter. <br /> City of Arden Hills <br /> Economic Development Commission August 1, 2012 <br /> Page 1 of 3 <br />