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Promoting BRE <br /> 111/ One of the goals of the Committee should be to increase public awareness <br /> of Arden Hills efforts. This would be through our City's newsletter and <br /> press releases. <br /> Some ideas for these may include; business expansions, new businesses, <br /> business closings, specific business profile, general committee efforts, <br /> and educational areas. <br /> Formal Survey <br /> As you can see, the survey used can be very extensive or basic. <br /> Initially I believe that our contacts with area businesses are intended <br /> to emphasize getting to know each other rather than gathering detailed <br /> information. <br /> The survey should be developed in a manner which assists us in our <br /> efforts to gather important information regarding local businesses and <br /> to address the identified issues and opportunities, at both the industry <br /> and community levels. <br /> Once we have communicated with the businesses through the survey, <br /> meetings and/or personal contact, it is crucial to follow-up on the <br /> issues they raised. We need to connect them to the appropriate <br /> resources, see their problems through to a resolution, and incorporate <br /> their concerns into the priorities of the Committee. <br /> • The survey itself, as well as the process, will probably evolve over <br /> time. Some of the key questions which we should consider initially are: <br /> 1. Key contact/phone number. <br /> 2. Number of employees (full and part-time) . <br /> 3. Description of nature of business. <br /> 4. Positive and negative factors affecting business. <br /> 5. Advantages/disadvantages of doing business in Arden Hills. <br /> 6. Any growth, expansion, or relocation plans? <br /> 7. Is there any way we can assist you with current/future <br /> needs? <br />