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Commissioner Monson asked how much interest the County has had in the green energy consultant. Ms. Mitchell stated the County had six or eight questions from multiple entities prior to the RFP being released. She understood that 25 entities have opened and looked at the RFP. Commissioner Monson recommended the development of Outlot A be added to the Road Map. Commissioner Fabel requested an update on the Primer Tracer property. Larina DeWalt provided the JDA with an update on this property. She noted this property was approved for industrial standards. She stated it was her understanding an access agreement would be required from the County because this property did not have access to County Road I. Development Director’s Report Ms. Jagoe read a prepared statement from Director Perrault. She explained the Arden Hills Planning Commission would be meeting on Wednesday, December 6 where they would be reviewing TRC amendments, comprehensive plan amendments, and the rezoning of the neighborhood residential district. The recommendation from the Planning Commission will be brought to the Arden Hills City Council at their January 8 meeting. She noted the City included an insert in the November newsletter to make the public aware of this public hearing process. Commissioner Updates Commissioner Fabel thanked Director Perrault for all of his efforts on behalf of the JDA. Commissioner Frethem stated it was exciting to see the progress that was being made and she appreciated the fact that the City, County and developer were all on the same page. Commissioner Monson requested staff answer the questions that were asked during the Public Input portion of the meeting. Commissioner Monson noted the energy advisory committee would be meeting on Wednesday, December 6 at 3:00 p.m. where geothermal information will be discussed. Commissioner Monson explained the Arden Hills City Council would be further discussing the zoning for the retail mixed use, office mixed use and flex office space within Rice Creek Commons at a future worksession meeting. She indicated the Council would like to confirm these properties were still zoned properly. Commissioner Fabel appreciated the fact the JDA met the goal of having a Term Sheet in place by the end of the year.