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Economic Development Commission
REGULAR
JUNE 13, 1990
1. Meeting called to order at 7:00 P.M. by Chairperson Riste.
Members Present: Riste, Meyer, Sprute
Members Absent: Galler, Ruberto
Also Present: Director Henricks
2. MOTION by Mayer second by Sprute to approve minutes of the May 10, 1990
meeting with the following change that Meyer was present and Mayer was
absent. APIF, MOTION CARRIED.
3. EDC reviewed the Star City short range and long range goals for the years
1990-1991.
Short Range:
I. Complete Star City Program
II. Develop marketing strategies for Economic Development campaign.
III. Continue with the Business Retention and Expansion Survey program annually.
IV. Pursue incentives and financing options for development.
V. Research/Develop computer program to interact with Microsoft to
insure effective Economic Development package.
VI. Create Economic Development Networking System with other cities in
Dakota County/South Metro Area.
VII. Promote the Farmington Industrial Park.
VIII.Promote community leadership programs.
IX. Support education programs.
X. Support recreational programs.
XI. Promote medical facilities.
Long Range:
I. Adopt a proactive approach to City Economic Development.
II. Promote Farmington Industrial Park.
III. Promote expanded employment base.
IV. Develop targeted market to establish a balance of Retail/Commercial
facilities.
V. Promote expansion of Library Services
VI. Promote research and development activities.
VII. Promote growth of cultural activities for area.
VIII. Promote local tourist attractions.
IX. Continue participation in Star City program and annual recertification.
X. Continue participation in Organizational activities and educational
programs to further Develop knowledge of current and future Economic
Development issues.
XI. Pursue the establishment of an Economic Development Authority and Revolving
Loan fund.
XII. Develop community and industrial promotional material.
XIII. Annually evaluate the image Farmington portrays in the development community.
XIV. Promote harmonious relationships with surrounding townships and cities.
The next step for the Star City program will be to complete the work plan which
assigns tasks to various individuals.
4. The Director's evaluation forms were distributed to EDC members, however all the
completed forms have not been returned as of today.
5. No bills to be paid.
6. MOTION by Sprute, second by Meyer to adjourn meeting at 8:30 P.M. , APIF,
MOTION CARRIED.
Respectfully Submitted,
Gerald A. Henricks 4.44 g
EDC Director Approved