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ARDEN HILLS EDA MEETING—JANUARY 28, 2013 2 <br /> 3. CONSENT CALENDAR <br /> A. Economic Development Authority By-Laws <br /> MOTION: EDA Commissioner Holmes moved and EDA Commissioner Holden <br /> seconded a motion to approve the Consent Calendar as presented. The <br /> motion carried unanimously (5-0). <br /> 4. NEW BUSINESS <br /> A. Economic Development Commission (EDC)2013 Work Plan <br /> Community Development Director Hutmacher indicated the EDC approved its 2013 Work <br /> Plan on December 5, 2012. The EDC Work Plan is primarily focused on the City Council goal <br /> to "Develop releationships with the business community and establish a reputation as a business <br /> and development-friendly City". The EDC goals have been defined in four categories and were <br /> then prioritized. The goals with a higher priority would be addressed in the first and second <br /> quarters of the year, while the remaining would be addressed in the third and fourth quarters as <br /> time permits. Staff recommended the EDA approve the EDC 2013 Work Plan. <br /> EDC Chair von Holtum reviewed the EDC Work Plan in detail with the Commission noting <br /> new member recruitment is essential. Several other priorities discussed included the revolving <br /> loan program, marketing and outreach, and business visits. <br /> Community Development Director Hutmacher explained the first open seat on the EDC could <br /> be filled by either an Arden Hills resident or business owner. <br /> EDC Chair von Holtum commented that he was extremely impressed with the City's new <br /> website. <br /> EDA Commissioner Holden discussed the survey completed by business owners noting there <br /> were no major concerns expressed by the business community. <br /> EDA President Grant suggested the EDC write an article to feature a local business in the <br /> City's newsletter to promote local businesses. <br /> EDC Chair von Holtum indicated this could also be done by business type and have all <br /> businesses in the community featured over time. <br /> Community Development Director Hutmacher stated a newsletter article was proposed for the <br /> recruitment of EDC members. She commented that Delkor Systems would be highlighted in the <br /> newsletter and on the website as a new business in the community. <br /> EDA Commissioner Holden suggested the EDC feature businesses in the community by <br /> sections of the community and focus on these areas within different newsletters. <br />