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Commissioner Monson stated the developer was aware of the vision and noted more <br /> information would be included in the MOU. <br /> Commissioner Frethem thanked the Energy Advisory Committee for all of their work on this. <br /> Chair Wicklund proposed a minor language change noting the equity concept comes from the <br /> vision and goals from the State of Minnesota Climate Action Framework. <br /> Commissioner Monson supported this minor change. <br /> Motion by Commissioner Monson seconded by Commissioner Reinhardt to recommend <br /> approval of the Rice Creek Commons Energy Vision as amended. Motion carried. <br /> g. Approve Scope of Work for Energy Consultant <br /> Commissioner Monson stated the JDA Energy Advisory Committee (EAC) drafted a scope of <br /> work for an energy consultant to guide the JDA and developer in creating practical strategies <br /> for achieving the Energy Vision for Rice Creek Commons. The EAC requests that the JDA <br /> approve this scope of work so that they may begin the process for getting a consultant on <br /> board, including determining budget, timeline, and procurement process. <br /> Commissioner Reinhardt stated she appreciated how this consultant would assist the EAC and <br /> JDA with reaching its goals and visions for this project. <br /> Commissioner Fabel asked if it was typical to have a consultant on board to work with the <br /> developer on a project of this type. <br /> Commissioner Monson stated the JDA would have a consultant and she anticipated the <br /> developer would have its own energy consultant once the project begins. She commented on <br /> how the JDA's energy consultant would be able assist the group with pursuing bonding and <br /> grants for energy initiatives. <br /> Motion by Commissioner Frethem seconded by Commissioner Monson to approve the Scope of <br /> Work for Energy Consultant. Motion carried. <br /> Administrative Director's Report <br /> Director Collins provided an update on the community event that was scheduled for November <br /> 1 noting this event would be held in the Marsden Room at the Ramsey County Public Works <br /> Facility in Arden Hills from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. She explained a short presentation would be <br /> provided and there would be topic specific stations. She indicated staff would be on hand to <br /> field questions. She reported the County continued to engage with legislators regarding the <br /> 24 <br />