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Economic Development Commission
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Purpose
The Economic Development Commission (EDC) is an advisory body to the City Council and the Economic Development Authority charged with the responsibility of researching, reviewing, and making recommendations on issues related to economic development. |
Contact
Skip Nienhaus
Economic Development Coordinator
Email
Ph: 952-895-4454 |
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Zoning ordinance changes that could affect businesses (commercial, industrial, and mixed use districts
Fee policies as they relate to businesses
Private Activity Bond and Business Subsidy Policies
The creation of new TIF districts
TIF and Tax Abatement Applications
Economic Development Authority and City land sales
Business regulation provision including business licensing (i.e. liquor, tobacco, etc.)
The areas of the Comprehensive Plan affecting economic development and commercial/industrial land uses
City's legislative agenda related to Economic Development
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications for Appointment
The qualifications of the EDC members shall be those who in judgment of the Council are representative of the community and are qualified by training, experience, and interest useful for the fullfillment of the EDC's responsibility in economic development. All appointed members will receive training in the relevant laws, policies and procedures.
Term Length
Three years (may serve three terms).
Members Representing the City
The EDC shall consist of seven regular members and one alternate member to be appointed by the City Council. The alternate may vote when there are six or fewer regular members present.
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