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6b. Attachment A Regular City Council Meeting Monday, April 18, 2016 Page 23 TCAAP. Councilmember McGehee opined that could be a real possibility as TCAAP develops. While Roseville may have some problems, Councilmember McGehee noted that it also has many wonderful opportunities, including its parks and other amenities, but needs to be careful that the community doesn’t develop into or become known only for Rosedale and a number of nursing homes. Coun- cilmember McGehee opined that Roseville could actually be a complete commu- nity versus emphasizing those two existing areas now most evident. Councilmember Willmus agreed with Councilmember McGehee’s comments. If other things come to mind after tonight’s meeting, Ms. King encouraged indi- vidual Councilmembers to email city staff to forward that information or addi- tional ideas to incorporate one way or another to her prior to her next meeting with her scheduled for late May. Councilmember McGehee opined it was important to plan for the Roseville com- munity, not that of the Cities of Edina or St. Louis Park. Interim Community Development Director Collins noted examples of many communities using their websites for a significant level of outreach to its busi- nesses, with a page designated for such a spotlight. Since the business communi- ty is very much a part of Roseville as well, Ms. Collins sought feedback from the City Council as to their interest in developing a business spotlight on the City’s website. Councilmember Willmus noted that the City News newsletter already had a full page focus for businesses. Ms. Collins recognized that, but also noted opportunities to focus on particular businesses in the community (e.g. biotech hub) and unique virtual tours that the City could provide for public information. Ms. Collins noted that Greater Minne- apolis/St. Paul had been pushing such spotlights for growing industries such as were occurring in Roseville, providing certification for these regional areas. In late May, an evolution of the matrix on the following page (Attachment A) will provide the Council /EDA with a range of options for enhanced economic development activity in the community. Suggestions for changes to draft cat- egories identified; and discussion of each element including individual Coun- cilmember thoughts about Roseville’s current status and desirable future di- rection. Ms. King advised that she had developed this list in part from her review of avail- able city documents; and asked if the City Council had an appetite for more ag- gressive approaches in any of these categories. Mayor Roe and Councilmembers Willmus and McGehee responded affirmatively.