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EDC Minutes January 18, 2022 Page 2 of 2 7. Workforce Housing Update Mr.Jurchen stated there is an article going in the paper regarding the waiving of SAC/WAC fees. Discussion ensued regarding current homes for sale, Heart of the Good Life Development, lots available in the"core"area of infrastructure development,Trailside Estates Development,the possibility of having the County Assessor come to the city for current pricing and researching small cottage builds. 8. 2022 Project Goals Chair Lottman asked Commission Members for 2022 Project Goals: • Commissioner Lelwica—(1) Explore redefining the Pequot Lakes HRA to expand the responsibilities to include redevelopment and rehabilitation opportunities for Pequot lakes along with rental management duties and other duties that it currently holds. (2)Present and successfully encourage the city council to separate the maximum amount of land from Heart of the Good Life TIF District and redefine it for housing development. Finalize a recommendation for the land development and have prepared to present to city council. • Commissioner Rieck—Continue with the Welcoming Community Advisory Group and utilize BLAEDC for the$10,000 grant project. • Chair Lottman presented his goals which were included in the packet • Commissioner Holley would like to see the BLAEDC, Chamber, School,-HRA, Council working together to understand the housing situation. 9. BLAEDC Update Tyler Glynn gave an update for BLAEDC: • He was contacted by a couple for assistance in opening a restaurant in Pequot Lakes • BLAEDC is joining forces with SBDC(Small Business Data Center)to be a satellite location. • The Child Care funding will be presented to the County Commissioners next week for final approval. 10. City of Jenkins Update No City of Jenkins update. 11. Other Business No other business.