3. Approval of 10-20-2020 Economic Development Commission Meeting Minutes

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EDC Minutes October 20,2020 Page 2 of 3 ----------------------------- state grant to enrich areas regarding broadband. The Broadband Grant Program deadline was on September 30, 2020, however, she can get the information for 2021. Commissioner Lubke stated that he thinks the area would benefit by working together. 5. Housina Task Force Update Commissioner Lelwica stated there was a group that met on September 9, 2020 regarding expanding and improving the housing in our area. The group came up with track one— rehab existing stock, track finro -single or multifamily home on existing lots, and track three- planned housing developments. The name of the project is Heart of the Good Life Living. Mr. Jurchen stated there needs to be solid support from the EDC, Planning and Zoning, Mayor and Council to move forward. Discussion ensued regarding funding, infrastructure, availability and possible partners to move forward. 6. Citv Administrator Hirinq Update Ms. Duus gave an update on the City Administrator process. The Council has chosen to interview 6 individuals, however, 1 has dropped out. The Council would like the EDC members to come to the Interview Meet and Greet on September 28, 2020 from 4pm —6pm at the Cole Memorial Building. 7. School Update Chair Lindholm stated the School Board put a pause on the remodel of the Echo building; the Board approved Walker/Hackensack/Backus to join a co-op for girls' hockey; and have established an E-learning Plan so they can have learning days instead of"snow days". The district has been able to stay ahead COVID 19 contact tracing. 8. Chamber Update Ms. Wasserman stated the Chamber is planning the Light the Night event. 9. BLAEDC Uqdate Mr. Glynn said the CARES Act funding first round application period has ended September 18th. Pequot Lakes had 13 out of 19 applications approved for a total of$118,683 in the first round. They received a total of 183 approved applications for a total amount of$1,770,173.49, there were 72 applications that were not approved due to not meeting guidelines. The second round of funding is worth $2.4 million dollars is now available October 13-24th. There have been flyers being dropped off at businesses that did not apply in the first round. Possible remaining funds may reimburse YMCA for daycare cost during the beginning of COVID for essential workers as well as schools.