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Page 2 of 3 <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />In coordination with staff, the EDC prepared a draft work plan in alignment with the strategic plan <br />with goals and strategies with action items and a tentative timeline for action. At the February 25, <br />2026, EDC meeting, the EDC recommended the City Council consider the draft work plan <br />(Attachment A). Staff have added tentative timelines related to other strategic plan goals and <br />priorities. <br />The draft work plan aligns with the adopted citywide strategic plan as follows: <br />Strategic Direction <br />Goal 2026 Council Priority EDC Opportunity <br />Enhancing Our Identity and Strengthening Our Partnerships <br />Increased <br />business <br />participation <br />EDC approved work plan • Draft and approve work plan <br />Expand Adopt-a-Park <br />and sponsorship <br />program(s) <br />• Participate - communicate sponsorship <br />opportunities for Adopt-a-Park and beyond (e.g. <br />75th Anniversary Celebration) <br />• Participate - Twin Cities North Chamber of <br />Commerce events <br />• Participate - Connect business community to <br />opportunities <br />• Participate - Promote and attend the Annual State <br />of the City event <br />Improved <br />communication <br />reach Communications plan <br />assessment and <br />improvement plan <br />• Provide business-related insights and connections: <br />• Website <br />• Newsletter <br />• Social media strategy(ies) <br />• Communicating about the business license <br />registration process <br />Reviewing and Updating Our Policies to Support Community Development Opportunities <br /> Complete zoning <br />ordinance overhaul • Evaluate draft changes to sign code <br />Rental registration policy <br />review • Represent business community impact/influence Develop ADU policy <br />Conduct city-owned land <br />discussion <br /> <br />Discussion <br />Discuss work plan goals and strategies, provide feedback and develop consensus approach. <br />Guiding Questions <br />- Does the EDC role described reflect the desired outcomes of the Strategic Plan directions <br />and goals? If not, how could the relationship be strengthened?