7.1 EDSR 04-15-2024The Elk River Vision
A welcoming community with revolutionary and spirited resourcefulness, exceptional service, and community
engagement that encourages and inspires prosperity
Request for Action
To
Economic Development Authority
Item Number
7.1
Meeting Date
April 15, 2024
Prepared By
Joshua Mollan, Economic Development Specialist
Item Description
Committee Updates and Member Appointment
Reviewed by:
Brent O'Neil
Cal Portner
Action Requested
Receive updates on the Together Elk River Committee and the Beautification and Public Arts Committee.
Approve, by motion, the appointment of Tamara Ackerman to serve on the Together Elk River Committee.
Background/Discussion
The Beautification and Public Art Committee applied for the Central Minnesota Arts Board (CMAB) Public
Arts Grant in early April. The CMAB board review is May 9 when it will be determined if the $8,000 grant
request will be awarded to Carey Dean's "Where Energy Flows" project. Staff will attend the April 22nd
Multipurpose Facility Advisory Commission meeting to request final approval of the concept and location of
the installation at the facility.
Regarding the Together Elk River Committee, staff has connected with multiple businesses on Carson Avenue
to collaborate on promotional Facebook Reels. Additionally, staff and members of the chamber have met with
OrangeBall and approved the first round of 169 Redefine social posts.
The committee is down to four members after a resignation last month and has desired to include more
voices from local businesses to strengthen the reach and impact of the committee. Tamara Ackerman, Avalon
Salon owner, is interested in joining the committee. Tamara is passionate about helping the city and
businesses in the area. She previously served on the Beautification Committee. She is also an active member
of the Downtown Elk River Business Association. She would be a valuable asset to the Together Elk River
Committee.
Financial Impact
N/A
Mission/Policy/Goal
Support impacted businesses and capitalize on opportunities associated with the 169 Redefine project.
Support and recognize public art initiatives and business beautification efforts.
Attachments
None
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