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Economic Development Commission Minutes <br /> January 17,2017 <br /> Page 4 of 6 <br /> 6. Thriving Communities Initiative Update <br /> a. Funding Sources <br /> Nancy Malecha reported the City has received$14,800 without the grant funding toward the <br /> TCI Program, leaving a deficit of$2,200. Chair Jurchen stated he should know in a couple <br /> of weeks regarding the grant monies. <br /> b. Key strategies for Economy, Quality of Life, and Workforce sectors <br /> c. Drafting of mission/vision statement for the City <br /> Nancy Malecha stated the Initiative Foundation is looking for a mission/vision statement. <br /> If the Commissioners have any ideas,they were urged to send them to Dan Frank. <br /> Commissioner Lindholm stated he has heard it is really hard to be new in this <br /> community. We have an identity crisis. <br /> Commissioner Lubke stated he didn't think it is as bad as it once was. We need to be <br /> aware of it and focus on that. <br /> Commissioner Holley stated she surveys people who have recently moved to the area and <br /> the main comment she hears is that people are very friendly, call them by name and/or <br /> make them feel important. <br /> 7. School Update <br /> Commissioner Lindholm stated they are rolling into the budget season. March 4 is the PTA <br /> fundraiser and encouraged everyone to attend. February 15 is the High School Career Fair; <br /> they are looking for any employer or business person to volunteer. His focus is on the next <br /> legislative session. <br /> They currently are working on an internship type structure at the school with a grant from <br /> Rural Minnesota CEP. <br /> 8. Chamber Update <br /> Chair Jurchen stated Jenna Crawford couldn't attend today. She has been named the <br /> Regional Tourism Director for the Chamber. Cindy Nelson is helping with duties in Pequot <br /> Lakes. <br /> 8. BLAEDC Update <br />