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istem sn't need to spend resources to bring more into the city.The grocery store and Holiday gas station has increased our si nificantl . unities for increasingthe tax base and employment o0 ortunities in Arden Hills. economic tax base for AH future residents cooperation between cit goverment,business and residents for mutual benifit. mana in how we develo a and redevelo e our cit . bein roactive in bringing business to town j2. An orderly buildout of various sorts of businesses,colleges etc.which are in keeping with the tenor of the city as it is now and as it sees itself in the future. Kee in what's good and supporting that&looking forward to a vision set up by the citizens and council of Arden Hills 34a Encouraging viable,long-term business uses of land.Discourage fast food,strip malls,auto sales,and other"highway"type businesses.Uses such as Land O Lakes,Guident,Bethel,and Country bring good jobs to the city and we need to encourage other like uses to come here. Bringing in businesses,particularly commercial and services oriented businesses.Growing the tax base and providing additional services to the community in a sustainable and planned way according to the goals and needs of the city. Ex ansion of highly desirable professionsl jobs. develo ment of businesses within the City limits. Economic Development means the planned construction or revitalizing of areas within the City that are available to be reconstructed or redevelo ed. Investing in programs and policies that promote healthy business growth while maintaining a healthy family environment that continues to suDoort arowina real estate values. _4Q. Development of a lifestyle that includes residential areas with related neighborhood services and employment potentials that do not infringe upon the natural hilly and wooded ambience that has characterized Arden Hills both before and since its incorporation as a Minnesota city. 3L It means pro-active action by the city in providing opportunities for new business growth and new jobs.Economic development can be accomplished through many means including a favorable tax base,servicable and well-maintained infrastructure,attractive and useful amenities and cooperation with job-producing entities. �a Economic development should not just be about attracting new businesses to the City.It should be about developing a plan that balances the communities economic,enviromental,and social needs.As a resident,I don't want just more bussinesses,I want businesses that contribute to the quality of life in the community.I also want more open space and trails for residents.Make it possible for citizens to bike/walk safely to neighborhood businesses or jobs-that will increase the value and desireability of the community as a place to live work and play(and hence the tax base). 9$ It means strengthening local business opportunities,installing appropriate infrastructure to encourage new growth in line with the city's vision.It may include incentives if necessary.It means engaging the public in the planning process early(so it's great to have this surve �a Looking for and facilitating development opportunities for businesses that can be assetts to the community through providing new jobs and bringing civic-minded companies and individuas into the community.Further it can help to create opportunities for new residents and ho efull children to continue a strong school community. AL Economic development encompasses all things that enhance life here in Arden Hills,resulting in the residents of Arden Hills and its neighboring communities to think of Arden Hills for any of their needs whether that means banking,dining,shopping,education, recreation etc.Lindey's Steak House and Arden Plaza Drug are two businesses that make Arden Hills unique.You can go anywhere and find an Olive Garden or CVS. 4¢a Economic Development should encompass the entire village with growth or stability of current employers,expansion of opportunities for companies desiring to relocate if possible.Currently,the headquarters for companies should be maintained and encouraged to continue. }j Economic development is the intellegent management of the tax base for the benefit of the community at large and not for the dominent s ecial interest groups. 4L Keeping track of existing residential and commercial building"stock,"and encourage and guide property owners toward proper maintenance and,if necessary,appropriate upkeep and redevelopment.Also,with respect to new development,to provide incentives for such development while maintaining some"controls"on such development through proper zoning and design uidelines that are enforced. A better education economic tax base architectural landscaping,recreation and others stems. Economic development means the plannned use and encouragement of property for business use. J he maintenance of current businesses and organizations(to help them stay fresh and competitive)and the development of new nes in our cit . c nomic Develo ment viewed b most cities is a wa to im rove their cit whether it needs im rovement or not conomic development can only improve our standing as a city and a prosperous city tax base provides rewards for all. Arden Hills Economic Development Survey June — July 2006 Based Upon 76 Responses