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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION – FEBRUARY 25, 2026 7 Commissioner Bonine wondered if it was limited to Arden Hills businesses. He said the Twin City Chamber of Commerce meeting in March would be a good place to distribute communications. They may be able to do some cross promotions. Assistant to the City Administrator/City Clerk Hansen said we can reach out to consultants and other partners outside the city boundaries. We have Twin City Gateway grant money that is specifically earmarked for advertising and initiatives that will bring people into the city. We want to reach beyond our city borders. Commissioner Poelzer said Rotary, Chamber and Lions are all good sources. She thinks Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts are interested in events that can advance themselves as youth groups, and may be willing to offer volunteer assistance. She said she reached out to the Twin Cities Bicycling Club and arranged for a bike ride to make a stop at the 75th Anniversary. It would be announced in their newsletter so that is free advertising with distribution to 1,000 people. She will copy/paste the newsletter information and send it to them to include in their own documents. Assistant to the City Administrator/City Clerk Hansen said our newsletter is a public document so there is no issue with sharing that information. She said touching base with Staff on the advertising and marketing would be helpful in tracking what our outreach is. Commissioner Poelzer asked if EDC can have a hard copy of the sponsorship information. Staff confirmed. Senior Planner Fransen asked which EDC members would be interested. She would make the information available and create a plan. Commissioners Poelzer and Bonine volunteered. Commissioner Shrom said the Mounds View National Honor Society (NHS) may already have a booth, but if not, they should be invited. They would be a good source of volunteers for face painting or other activities. Council Liaison Rousseau said John Connolly is no longer with the Chamber. Mike Dvorak is the new contact for the Chamber. Liz Johnson is a PTRC member who is also the contact for the Rotary and the Lions. Lacy Loosbrock is a PTRC member who coordinates volunteer initiatives. Council Liaison Rousseau said connections can be shared with them. Commissioner Poelzer said she thinks people will want to know how many booths are available and how many are already taken. It creates interest and urgency. She looks forward to helping however she can. Senior Planner Fransen will work on the lists and will include information on the business visits soliciting sponsors, as well as the upcoming Business Connect event. 5. ADJOURNMENT Chair Murchie adjourned the meeting at 8:51 a.m.