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EDC Minutes May 21, 2019 Page 2 of 5 ----------------------------- Chair Lindholm thanked Mark Jurchen publically for his help with the project. Mr. Jurchen briefly discussed his, the committee's and Ms. Malecha's contributions to the project. Discussion ensued regarding if there was anything that could be done to encourage them to choose one of our two locations. Chair Lindholm listed the Board of Directors of the Childrens Museum: Matt Killian; Cheryal Hills; Quinn Swanson, Happy Dancing Turtle; Shannon Wheeler, Early Childhood Coordinator for Pequot Lakes Schools; Paul Drange, Director of Regional Programs for Sourcewell; and Peter Olson, President/Ex Officio Director. Mr. Jurchen stated that he does not want to see a diluted approach where the Board is hearing information from too many people. Also discussed was what other cities submitted proposals which are Pine River and Brainerd. 4. Heart of the Good Life Development Ms. Malecha stated that from the last EDC meeting the direction received was to take the information discussed and come up with a marketing plan for the Heart of the Good Life Development. Katie Wasserman put together a design packet which included flag design options and prices. Ms. Wasserman stated that it should be a sequential message as you drive by. She noted the single sided feather flag is more transparent and the double sided feather flag is sturdier. These are $200 per flag and come with an aluminum pole with a steel base. They also have stakes for in the ground. Ms. Wassermann further noted if the poles are too tall they will snap and due to the high wind area the flags will wear down faster. Discussion ensued about the benefits of taking the flags down in the winter and recommendations on getting warranty and weathering information. Ms. Malecha stated that we need to remember there is a MnDOT fence on the property which is probably 6 feet tall. She called MnDOT and asked if we could put the flags on the outside of the fence and they said no, so the flags will be placed on the inside/City side of the fence. Ms. Malecha also stated that corn is being planted in this area and the City has an agreement with a farmer for a five year period. Whatever is decided to move forward with we will also need a variance from the Planning Commission because it does not meet our zoning ordinances.