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(17, 19) Rehbein Industrial Record Plans for the project have been submitted and reviewed. Once permit closure is achieved, the project can be closed out. (18) Max Storage (Fairview Street) A building permit has now been issued for construction of Building #1 of 2. The developers have decided to wait until spring to begin construction. (17) Amazon Fulfillment Center Roofing and interior work continue as progress on the building has been steady. Exterior lighting, including both on-building lights and parking lot lights have been completed and are now on during the night. Submittal of the modeling data and application for changes to the Floodway have now been submitted to FEMA. The federal agency has 90 days to respond to our submittal. Development Inquiries Residential Developer exploring opportunities on Block 7 Existing industrial business looking to expand or build new and lease out old space Building owner, looking to remodel downtown retail space for new tennant PUBLIC WORKS Commercial Water Connection Fee Assistance At the last City Council meeting, the Council voted to extend the program through the end of 2023. The program offers half-priced hook-up charges for businesses hooking to city water. th 20 Avenue (CSAH 54) Corridor Study The latest progress meeting for the Corridor Study was held on February 13. Stakeholders were shown concept maps, laying out potential intersection treatments, access modifications, street cross sections, speed limits, and pedestrian routes. Next, the team will be reaching out to key area land and business owners along the corridor to gain their perspectives on various alternatives. Following those meetings, the concept layouts will be adjusted and readied for a broader public input phase. st The study is examining 20th Avenue from Birch Street to 80th Avenue, and the intersection of 21 Ave. and Main Street, aimed at identifying improvements needed in the short and long-term to accommodate regional growth. Wellhead Protection Plan The Minnesota Department of Health held a kick-off meeting with city staff and consultants for the implementation of the cityÓs Part-2 Wellhead Protection Plan. The group reviewed items in the documents and the timelines associated with various activities. Staff will be following up on the action items over the course of the next few months. City staff recently completed final paperwork and receive reimbursement from the Department of Health associated with a grand for sealing of a well in the downtown at no cost to the city or resident. With the