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Anoka County Partners 2006-2007 Work Plan Administration . Implement new by-laws. The Anoka County Economic Development Partnership has been in existence since 1986. It was established as an organization whose primary function was to assist new businesses through financial assistance and other services. The Anoka County Partners changed the focus ofthe organization in late 2005. The new focus is towards regional cooperation, community development, public relations and marketing. The new by-laws are designed to recognize the change in mission and update the manner in which the board operates. . Increase county financial participation. It is the intent to have the organization funded one-third by the county, one third by the municipalities, and one-third by the private sector. The county previously gave $50,000 per year in CBGB monies. In 2005, Anoka County invested $100,000 in general fund revenues. The goal for 2006 is to have Anoka County invest $158,415 in general fund revenues. This represents $.50 per capita based upon 2004 Met Council numbers. . Achieve 80% participation level for municipalities. The municipalities in Anoka County have not had to participate financially in the past. The goal is to eventually get participation from all communities at the $.50 level we are asking of the county. Communities are currently being contacted and being asked to join on July 1, or January 1, based upon their internal funding cycle. . Attract private sector investment in excess of $100,000. The goal is to get private sector investment to the level ofthe public sector. The $100,000 amount represents an achievable year one goal, with the intent of rising to $150,000 by year two. . Recruit new board members. Along with the change in mission, there has been a significant change in the make-up of the board of directors. Previously, board members were allowed to serve without a financial contribution to the organization. The new board will consist entirely of ~()