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procedures and the guidelines for the Minnesota State Historical Society. Ms. Capra added she would like to have this item remain as an agenda item for further discussion if changes arise. B. Portable Exhibits. The committee commented that the exhibits would be more visually appealing as well as easier to display if the exhibits were paced on an easel. Motion by Ms. Capra, seconded by Mr. Magill to purchase three easels for the use of displaying the Design Team portable exhibits. C. Phase I. Mr. Rehbine indicated interest in moving forward with Design Team ideas and concepts. Ms. Fairbrother indicated that at the October 26, 1999 City Council Workshop, Mr. March addressed the public works site appraisal, and the cost of bringing water to the site. Along with conducting a feasibility report for the water main extension to downtown, City Engineer Tom Peterson will also be submitting an idea/project cost evaluation on the Design Team ideas for "streetscapes" in that area. (Historic lighting, decorative sidewalk, etc.). Council Member Travis indicated that he would update the committee on the feasibility study results when it is completed. STAR CITY GOALS AND OBJECTIVES The committee discussed possible activities that would incorporate Star City Goal Number 1, Objective Number 3, Task D which reads: "Organize winter activities to draw more customers to local businesses." Ideas included: A snowshoeing event, winter Olympics, sleigh rides, cross country-ski races, snow /ice sculpture contest, and multi -level events throughout a weekend. The focus of the activities would be to benefit local businesses by providing increased foot traffic, and possibly establish a coupon book. I The committee will bring back ideas to the December meeting for discussion. The committee would like to put together a plan for presentation at the May business appreciation dinner, with intent to incorporate the activities next winter_ Mr. Rehbine indicated he would like this item to remain on the agenda, and noted if there is an activity /event the committee could put together for this winter, it would be a great benefit for the residents, businesses and the City. SPECIAL REVENUE FUND Ms. Fairbrother distributed a balance statement prepared by Deputy Clerk Teresa Bender. The committee felt the statement was missing some expenses, and also questioned the Newsletter Revenues of $1062.00. Ms. Fairbrother will discuss these items with Ms. Bender, and provide the committee with an updated Special Revenue Fund balance statement at the December EDC meeting. Page 2 of 3