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6. EDSR 12-10-2012 Eli REQUEST FOR ACTION River TO ITEM NUMBER Economic Development Authority 6. AGENDA SECTION MEETING DATE PREPARED BY December 10,2012 Annie Deckert,Director of Economic Development ITEM DESCRIPTION REVIEWED By 2013-2016 Economic Development Strategic Plan Cal Portner, City Administrator REVIEWED BY ACTION REQUESTED Discuss the 2013-2016 EDA and HRA Strategic Plan BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION At the September 11 meeting, the EDA authorized staff to develop additional action steps and tasks to devise 2013-2016 EDA and HRA Strategic Plan (the HRA authorized the same action at their September 4 meeting). Staff updated the goals and objectives from the 2009-2012 Strategic Plan,and in addition to utilizing the recommendations,included conclusions and goals identified in the following plans: • 17155 Focused Area Study (completed June of 2010) • Citizen Satisfaction Survey (completed in July of 2011) • Branding Implementation Plan (approved in September of 2011) • Energy City Commission SWOT Analysis (completed February of 2012) • Comprehensive Housing Market Study (completed July 2012) • Mississippi Connections Redevelopment Framework (anticipated to be complete late 2012) Staff identified the following 2013-2016 priority objectives and strategies: • Industrial Development-Attract new businesses and support existing businesses to increase the city's industrial tax base and employment base • Redevelopment&Rehabilitation-Undertake strategies that facilitate rehabilitation and redevelopment of aging commercial,industrial and residential areas to ensure private reinvestment and sustainability • Community Brand-Utilize community brand strategies to effect necessary change to strengthen and enhance community image • Transportation-Advocate and support proactive planning for improvements to the local and area transportation system in a way that will support existing businesses and complement new economic growth POWERED BY NATURE There was minimal change to the four primary objectives. Redevelopment and Rehabilitation Strategies were divided into two objectives: Commercial/Industrial Strategies and Residential Strategies. To reflect the new community brand, Community Image&Marketing was updated to Community Brand. Also, detailed action steps for each objective are outlined in the attachments. Staff will present the four priority objectives at the meeting and highlight various action steps and seek input for revisions or additions of the four primary objectives and strategies. In the past,the HRA and EDA have approved the final objectives and strategies; staff has moved forward internally with action steps and provided periodic updates to the commissions. All action steps for Transportation were submitted and will be executed by the Engineering Depaitment. On December 3,the HRA discussed the proposed 2013-2016 Strategic Plan and made several comments and suggestions. Comments include,but are not limited to the following: • Explore enhancing the Transportation goal to include pedestrian and bicycle traffic. Commissioners indicated this was important to address,however the EDA/HRA Strategic Plan may not be the appropriate place to address this issue. • Modify Industrial Development goal to Business Development and include two sets of strategies: 1) Industrial Development Strategies, and 2) Commercial Strategies. • In commercial strategies,include"enhance commercial district through business recruitment." • Include restaurant marketing somewhere in strategic plan (strategies or detailed action steps). Staff seeks input on the proposed 2013-2016 Economic Development Plan. We will incorporate all comments into the plan and bring forward for approval at a future meeting. FINANCIAL IMPACT None. ATTACHMENTS • 2013-2016 Economic Development Strategic Plan PowerPoint Presentation • 2013-2016 Economic Development Strategic Plan (2009-2012 Plan with track changes) • 2013-2016 Economic Development Strategic Plan with action steps • DRAFT 12-3-12 HRA Meeting Minutes (not yet approved) Action Motion by Second by Vote Follow Up 12/04/2012 2013-2016 Economic Development Strategic Plan Mission Statement The City of Elk River is committed to economic development by leveraging viable and healthy investments, to retain and create diverse job opportunities, maintain a favorable tax rate, supply life-cycle housing options, and foster an environment that will result in substantial growth of our local economy. 1 12/04/2012 Background • September 2012- HRA authorized staff to utilize existing plan findings, recommendations and goals to create 2013-2016 Economic Development Strategic Plan — Existing goals in 2009-2012 plan are still relevant and ongoing • Staff is seeking input and approval on the 2013-2016 plan • Detailed tasks outlined in staff report • EDA will review at their December 10 meeting — If HRA and EDA propose changes on goals/strategies, plan will come back for approval Overview & Purpose •Identifies priority areas for EDA, HRA and City Council and staff •May 1997- Original Strategic Plan *November 1999- Strategic Plan modified •Mid 2004—Strategic Plan modified •Mid 2004—City Council authorized an update of the Comprehensive Plan •April 2009—April Joint work session facilitated by Kent Eklund of Cincinnatus, Inc. resulting in 2009-2012 Strategic Plan •Mid 2009- Approved by HRA and EDA •April 2010-Two day visioning seminar facilitated by Jermaine Davis resulting in City-wide vision and four supporting goals 'October 2010-Approved by City Council 2 12/04/2012 Overview •June 2010 - 171st FAST Study illustrating likely development of the area adopted by City Council *July 2011- Citizen Satisfaction Survey completed *September 2011- completion of branding process resulting in community brand and brand implementation plan *September 2011- Approved by EDA and City Council •February 2012— Energy City completed SWOT analysis *September 2012—Comprehensive Housing Market Analysis presented to City Council and HRA •December 2012- Mississippi Connections Redevelopment Framework plan anticipated to be complete Priority Issues 2013- 2016 • Industrial Development • Rehabilitation and Redevelopment — Commercial/Industrial — Residential • Community Brand • Transportation 3 12/04/2012 I. Industrial Development Attract new businesses and support existing businesses to increase the city's industrial tax base and employment base. STRATEGIES • Build on existing light industrial base by promoting available sites, business retention and expansion initiatives and business recruitment/attraction techniques • Diversify economic base to include professional services, corporate campuses, energy-related companies, and technology businesses • Review existing programs, resources, and services and recommend improvements to increase our competitive advantage and support goals • Explore creative economic development collaborations • Utilize Energy City and its tools to recruit new and assist existing businesses II. Rehabilitation and Redevelopment Undertake strategies that facilitate rehabilitation and redevelopment of aging commercial, industrial and residential areas to ensure private reinvestment and sustainability. COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL STRATEGIES • Maintain listing of available commercial /industrial sites • Promote available sites through various marketing initiatives • Identify and examine potential areas for revitalization • Review existing programs, resources, and services and recommend improvements to increase competitive advantage and support goals • Enhance downtown commercial district through business recruitment and people generating activities 4 12/04/2012 II. Rehabilitation and Redevelopment cont'd RESIDENTIAL STRATEGIES • Maintain listing of vacant/foreclosed properties • Utilize Comprehensive Housing Market Study recommendations to address housing gaps • Proactively review neighborhoods annually to ensure all home are properly maintained through the code enforcement process • Seek out and promote available programs to improve existing housing stock and incentivize homeownership • Research the potential to create internal program(s)to improve existing housing stock and incentivize homeownership • Provide educational opportunities regarding foreclosure prevention and housing assistance programs III. Community Brand Utilize community brand strategies to effect necessary changes to strengthen and enhance community image STRATEGIES • Continue to implement and enhance marketing plan that reflects the Powered by Nature brand, identifies desired target market(s), and complements other local efforts to promote the community internally and externally • Maintain existing and build new community support for the Powered by Nature brand • Establish benchmarks for performance measurement 5 12/04/2012 IV. Transportation Advocate and support proactive planning for improvements to the local and area transportation system in a way that will support existing businesses and complement new economic growth. STRATEGIES • Advocate regional &local transportation improvements • Encourage transportation improvements as part of redevelopment/development opportunities • Support efforts to leverage local funds with state/federal resources Questions 6 2013-2016 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN (TRACK CHANGES FROM 2009-2012 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN) INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT Objective:Attract new businesses and support existing businesses to increase the city's industrial tax base and employment base. > STRATEGIES: > Build on existing light industrial base by promoting available sites,business retention and expansion initiatives and business recruitment/attraction techniques • Diversify economic base to include professional services,corporate campuses,energy- related,technology businesses • Review existing programs,resources,and services and recommend improvements to increase competitive advantage and support goals D Explore creative economic development collaborations ➢ Utilize Energy City and its tools to recruit new and assist existing businesses - . - _ .... •. . �_ _ •.. _. _ .. .. •.. _ - - Formatted:Indent:Left: 1", No bullets or numbering REHABILITATION AND REDEVELOPMENT Objective:Undertake strategies that facilitate rehabilitation and redevelopment of deteriorating aging commercial,industrial and&residential areas to ensure private reinvestment and sustainability. > COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL STRATEGIES: > Maintain listing of for-satc/4easeof available-commercial/industrial sites > Promote available sites through various marketing initiatives > Identify and examine potential areas for revitalization • Review existing programs,resources,and services and recommend improvements to increase our competitive advantage and support goals • Enhance downtown commercial district through business recruitment and people generating activities r RESIDENTIAL STRATEGIES; ➢ Maintain listing of vacant/foreclosed properties (Formatted D Address housing gaps with Comprehensive Housing Market Study recommendations Proactively review neighborhoods annually to ensure all home are properly maintained through the code enforcement process :i Seek and promote available programs to improve existing housing stock > Provide educational opportunities regarding foreclosure prevention and housing assistance programs COMMUNITY BRAND !: • . - • - • _ _, .• Utilize community brand strategies to effect necessary changes to strengthen and enhance community image > STRATEGIES: ➢ Create aContinue to implement and enhance marketing plan that reflects€1( :-the Powered by Nature brand image,identifies desired target markets),and complements other local efforts to promote the city community internally and externally Maintain existing and build new community support for the Powered by Nature brand > Establish benchmarks for performance measurement TRANSPORTATION Objective: Advocate and support proactive planning for improvements to the local and area transportation system in a way that will support existing businesses and complement new economic growth. STRATEGIES: > Advocate regional&-and local transportation improvements > Encourage transportation improvements as part of redevelopment/development opportunities > Support efforts to leverage local funds with state/federal resources [Formatted:Indent:Left P', No bullets or numbering INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT Attract new businesses and support existing businesses to increase the city's industrial tax base and employment base. STRATEGIES ➢ Promote available sites,encourage business retention and expansion to grow existing light industrial base with business recruitment/attraction techniques > Diversify economic base to include professional services,corporate campuses,energy- related companies, and technology businesses ➢ Review existing programs, resources,and services and recommend improvements to increase competitive advantage and support goals > Explore creative economic development collaborations > Utilize Energy City and its tools to recruit new and assist existing businesses ACTION STEPS • Complete minimum of one BRE visit a month (manufacturers and top employers) • Promote available sites through exhibits at various expos(minimum 2x/yr.) • Utilize 171St FAST implementation plan to create a marketing piece for Nature's Edge Business Center and an annual redevelopment action plan to monitor progress of implementation • Partner with ERMU to identify applicable rebates for available city-owned property • Promote applicable incentives through direct mailings(minimum 3x/yr.) • Partner with Elk River Area Chamber of Commerce to coordinate Chamber goals with economic development goals through various implementation tasks • Utilizing economic development publications make contact with businesses looking to expand, relocate,etc. • Review Micro Loan Program and recommend improvements to increase competitive advantage and support goals • Partner with ECC and ERMU to explore a joint incentive to attract energy-related technology businesses • Partner with local schools and manufacturers to hold quarterly meetings to encourage students to explore a career in manufacturing through plant tours,youth apprenticeship programs and job shadowing • Launch a powerful website for the Elk River Economic Development Department • Demonstrate support for existing manufacturers and raise awareness regarding their impact on the community through various promotional activities and tours during Minnesota Manufacturers Week • Identify target industries(e.g. data centers,energy-related companies,etc.)and create specific marketing pieces to identify advantages and programs to assist in business recruitment • Host quarterly Manufacturers'Connection events with local manufacturers to promote financial incentives, resources and relevant topics to promote business retention and appreciation • Build a targeted industry and trade media databases and send press releases 6x per year. REHABILITATION AND REDEVELOPMENT Undertake strategies that facilitate rehabilitation and redevelopment of aging commercial, industrial and residential areas to ensure private reinvestment and sustainability. COMMERICAL/INDUSTRIAL STRATEGIES ➢ Maintain a listing of available commercial/industrial sites > Promote available sites through various marketing initiatives ➢ Identify and examine potential areas for revitalization > Review existing programs, resources, and services and recommend improvements to increase our competitive advantage and support goals > Enhance downtown commercial district through business recruitment and people- generating activities ACTION STEPS • Update windshield survey quarterly and post on website • Feature available property in quarterly'Energized by Development' electronic newsletter • Promote www.elkriversites.com on billboard 1x/yr. (changed quarterly) • Partner with downtown business association and civic groups to promote existing and explore new downtown activities • Partner with Elk River Area Arts Alliance to explore funding concepts for an arts center within the downtown study area • Create and distribute a survey to businesses to identify recommended improvements to existing programs, resources and services, in addition to identifying preferred methods of communication to improve Elk River business climate • Identify current property owners'and businesses' interest in redevelopment efforts both north and south of HWY 10 and in 171st Focused Area Study area • Create a redevelopment policy regarding capitalizing the HRA development fund and identify parameters for purchasing parcels • Create and distribute comprehensive business directory to promote downtown Elk River • Partner with the Elk River Area Chamber of Commerce to hold annual event to promote economic development resources and incentives(Juice Up Your Morning, Chamber luncheon, Money Breakfast, etc.) • Create a short video promoting available sites and applicable initiatives to distribute through social media outlets,constant contact and website RESIDENTIAL STRATEGIES > Maintain listing of vacant/foreclosed properties ➢ Address housing gaps with Comprehensive Housing Market Study recommendations ➢ Proactively review neighborhoods annually to ensure all home are properly maintained through the code enforcement process > Seek and promote available programs to improve existing housing stock and incentivize homeownership > Provide educational opportunities regarding foreclosure prevention and housing assistance programs ACTION STEPS • Continue to work with applicable departments and entities to maintain internal foreclosure tracking spreadsheet • Distribute MN Home Ownership Center foreclosure prevention and Elk River Housing Toolkit information to local lenders, realtors,churches, non-profits, builders,etc. (minimum 4x/yr.) • Partner with staff to devise a neighborhood inspection plan to ensure all homes are properly maintained through the code enforcement process • Utilize housing intern to research programs available to Elk River residents to improve existing housing stock and incentivize homeownership • Partner with North Metro Realtors Association to explore the creation of in house housing programs(down payment assistance, housing rehab,etc.) • Partner with applicable non-profits(MNHOC,Tri-CAP,etc.)to hold educational events to promote foreclosure prevention and housing programs(minimum 2x/yr.) • Identify a partner housing organization to fund and support a selective housing removal and rebuilding program • Host an annual Realtors' Day to educate realtors about the programs, processes and amenities offered by the city COMMUNITY BRAND Utilize community brand strategies to effect necessary changes to strengthen and enhance community image STRATEGIES > Continue to implement and enhance marketing plan that reflects the Powered by Nature brand, identifies desired target market(s),and complements other local efforts to promote the community internally and externally > Maintain existing and build new community support for the Powered by Nature brand > Establish benchmarks for performance measurement ACTION STEPS • Work with area businesses and civic organizations to incorporate brand into their marketing strategies through presentations(minimum 6x/yr.) • Create PbN logos for area businesses and civic organizations(minimum 6x/yr.) • Meet with each city department to ensure all documents(staff reports, applications, business cards, presentations, letterhead,etc.) adhere to brand guidelines as outlined on SharePoint • Maintain poweredbynature.blog.com site(minimum 3x/wk.) • Distribute window clings and larger windows signs of the logo • Distribute brochures explaining the brand to residents to municipal liquor stores,Guardian Angels, Pullman Place,Sherburne County, local banks,Chamber of Commerce, local hotels, etc. • Utilize community brand throughout the new Economic Development and citywide website • Promote the brand,engage residents, and distribute materials at expos(3x per year)and at events such as Realtors' Day, Leadership Elk River,and Manufacturers Connection • Create profiles on first-tier business owners in Synchronist—a tracking software used to record information on local businesses and visits • Launch an online marketing campaign through pay-per-click and keyword advertising • Benchmark the impact of the Powered by Nature brand with data from Google Analytics and a search engine optimization analysis. TRANSPORTATION Advocate and support proactive planning for improvements to the local and area transportation system in a way that will support existing businesses and complement new economic growth. STRATEGIES > Advocate regional and local transportation improvements > Encourage transportation improvements as part of redevelopment/development opportunities ➢ Support efforts to leverage local funds with state/federal resources ACTION STEPS(submitted by City Engineer) • Increase contact with legislators for state highway transportation improvements • Complete low cost/high benefit enhancements to improve traffic flow through the existing street intersections • Advocate for the continued use and expansion of Northstar commuter rail service. • Continue implementation of transportation improvements as detailed in the 171St Focused Area Study • Assure all proposed development improvements are consistent with our local and regional transportation plans. • Leverage State and Federal investment for mobility improvements to TH 169 and TH 10 with the already spent local dollars for the planning of improvements to these sections. • Evaluate all available grant opportunities to determine if the local matching amounts are a cost effective and feasible solution to support our objectives and strategies. MEETING OF THE ELK RIVER HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY HELD AT THE ELK RIVER CITY HALL MONDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2012 Members Present: Chair Wilson,Commissioners Kuester,Lieser,Motin and Toth Members Absent: None Staff Present: Economic Development Director Annie Deckert,Assistant Economic Development Director Clay Wilfahrt, Finance Director Tim Simon,and Recording Secretary Debbie Huebner 1. Call Meeting To Order Pursuant to due call and notice thereof,the meeting of the Elk River I lou\mg and Redevelopment Authority was called to order at 5:30 p rnby Chair Wilson. 2. Consider December 3.2012 fiRkAgenda MOVED BY COMMISSIONER `OTNH AND SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER KUESTER TO APPROVE THEtDECEM ER 3,2012 HRA AGENDA WITH THE FOLLOWING CHANGES: ;. ITEM 7. OTHER BUSINESS COMMISSIONER rLIESER ITEM ITEM 8. —=RESOLUTION NO. 12-03 ITEM 9. -ADJOURNMENT O'ION CARRIED S-0. 3 Consider Consentt Agenda'''. MOVED BY COMMISSIONER MOTIN AND SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER LIESER TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS FOLLOWS: 3.1. ' NOVEMBER 5,2012 HRA MINUTES 3.2. (CHECK REGISTER 3.3. BALANCE SHEET 3.4. REVENUE/EXPENDITURE REPORT 3.5 BUDGET AMENDMENT—CONTRACTUAL SERVICES MOTION CARRIED 5-0. 4. Open Mike No one appeared for Open Mike. 5. Decertification of TIF District 16 Housing&Redevelopment Authority Page 2 December 3,2012 Tim Simon reviewed the staff report. He explained that the maximum duration of TIF District 16 is 25 years after the receipt of the first tax increment in 1999. Since the obligations of the TIF District will be fulfilled with the receipt of the second half of the 2012 tax increment in December,it is necessary to decertify the TIF District. The HRA is asked to approve a resolution approving the decertification. MOTION BY COMMISSIONER TOTH AND SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER KUESTER TO APPROVE RESOLUTION 12-02,A RESOLUTION DECERTIFYING TAX INCREMENT FINANCING DISTRICT NO. 16. MOTION CARRIED 5-0. 6. 2013—2016 Economic Development Strategic Plan Ms.Deckert presented the staff report. She stated that staff has updated the goals and objectives from the 2009-2012 Strategic Plan utilizing the recommendations,conclusions and goals identified in a number of plans that have been completed over recent years. These plans include: 1) 171st Focused Area Study;2) Citizen Satisfaction Survey;3)Branding Implementation Plan;4) Energy City Commission SWOT Analysis;5) Comprehensive Housing Market Study;and 6) Mississippi Connections Redevelopment Framework. Ms.Deckert reviewed the 2013-2016 priority objectives and strategies identified by staff and provided details: • Industrial Development • Redevelopment and Rehabilitation • Community Brand • Transportation Commissioner Toth asked how the Natures Edge Business Center is coming along. Ms. Deckert stated that she has been working with a few prospects interested in the lot. Additionally, the EDA is working on creating a loan program utilizing approximately $700,000 in federal funding to help promote city owned property which is anticipated to be complete early 2013. She stated that staff has numerous inquiries about the property and program. Ms. Deckert stated that the staff has also been working with CDI regarding the Z- shaped lot north of their property in the North Star Business Park. She noted that there is a potential buyer for the north end of this lot. Commissioner Toth asked what information has the city received regarding extension of the Northstar Corridor to St. Cloud. Commissioner Motin stated that he serves as the city's representative on the Northstar Committee,and there is no funding to extend the commuter rail to St. Cloud at this time. He explained that their discussions are more of a planning nature and does include adding a second rail,but the cost is extremely high. Chair Wilson asked if the issue is more on increasing ridership. Commissioner Motin stated that ridership is not what it was expected to be,and extending the Northstar Corridor to St. Cloud would add to the ridership. He noted there is a strong push from St. Cloud and the areas in between,with the exception of Clearwater,to extend services. Commissioner Kuester asked what the cost is for using Burlington Northern's railroad lines. Commissioner Motin stated that the cost is per minute using the rails and it is very high. He added that Burling Northern is in favor of allowing the second rail, but cost is the issue. Housing&Redevelopment Authority Page 3 December 3,2012 Commissioner Kuester asked if the Transportation objective identified in the plan is only for vehicular traffic,or if it includes pedestrian and bicycle traffic. Ms.Deckert state that the focus was more toward vehicles,but pedestrian/bicycle improvements could be included if the HRA wanted to add them. Commissioner Motin noted that the Planning Division is in charge of street planning. Commissioner Kuester asked if the issue of adding bike trails is brought up when the County is planning road improvement projects,especially near schools. Commissioner Motin stated it was his understanding that several are being looked at at this time. Ms. Deckert stated that staff could look at what plans are in place and where the gaps are in pedestrian/bicycle trails. Commissioner Motin asked if the Strategic Plan was both the HRA's and EDA's plan. Ms. Deckert stated yes. Commissioner Motin asked if strategies to attract Class I restaurants could be included in the plan. Ms.Deckert stated staff could look at this issue. She explained that there was a push for this type of marketing by the EDA back in the early to mid-2000s and were put in place,utilizing the website and marketing brochures. She reviewed the existing restaurant recruitment activities and indicated this could be reflected in the plan if the Commission desired. Commissioner Motin stated that he did not feel there is a need to change what is in place and he just wanted to be sure this item was included in the plan somehow. Ms.Deckert stated that the#1 Strategy—Industrial Development,could be changed to Economic Development with Commercial and Industrial included under this topic. Chair Wilson suggested adding Business Development,adding both Commercial and Industrial under this heading. Commissioner Motin suggested under II.Rehabilitation and Redevelopment,the same strategy"enhance downtown commercial district through business recruitment and people generating activities"could also be utilized for the commercial development. Commissioner Motin asked if the EDA would be made aware of the HRA's comments on the plan. Ms.Deckert stated that she will note the HRA's comments in her staff report to the EDA. She noted that the plan will be presented to the HRA again after the EDA review. 7. Great River Family Promise Commissioner Lieser explained that Great River Family Promise is an organization which provides emergency shelter for families with children in Sherburne and Wright Counties. She stated that approximately 12 area churches will open their doors to provide meals and shelter beginning in February 2013. Elk River United Methodist Church has donated the use of a home for a day center. Commissioner Lieser stated that many items are needed as well as volunteers to assist at the Day Center with light office work and van drivers. Those interested in donating or volunteering may contact Maggie Parrish at 612-810-5607 or email GR.FamilyPromis e @gmail.com. 8. Resolution 12-03 Recognizing Contributions of HRA Commissioner Jean Lieser Chair Wilson stated that Jean Lieser's HRA appointment will expire and she is not seeking reappointment. He stated that she will be greatly missed and that she was a tremendous asset on the Commission. He stated that Resolution 12-03 recognizes the contributions of Commissioner Lieser while serving on the HRA. Chair Wilson read the resolution at this time. Housing&Redevelopment Authority Page 4 December 3,2012 MOTION BY COMMISSIONER MOTIN AND SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER TOTH TO APPROVE RESOLUTION 12-03,RECOGNIZING CONTRIBUTIONS OF JEAN LIESER SERVING ON THE ELK RIVER HRA. Commissioner Toth concurred with Chair Wilson's comments,stating that he has known Commissioner Lieser even before she served on the HRA. He stated that she provided keen insights on many issues. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0. 9. Adjournment There being no other business,Chair Wilson adjourned the meeting. The meeting of the Elk River Housing and Redevelopment Authority adjourned at 6:20 p.m. Minutes prepared by Debbie Huebner. Tina Allard City Clerk Stewart Wilson Chair,Housing and Redevelopment Authority