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EDC Minutes October 18, 2022 Page 2 of 4 ensued about the bus routes and that the pick up and drop off amounts had increased during covid but it seems to be decreasing. Mr. Stumpf stated that they have seventeen routes and the district owns it busses. Discussion ensued about the Patriot redesign and that Mr. Stumpf can be used as a resource for any input needed with regards to that project. Mr. Stumpf stated they have nine people running for the three seats on the School Board. 5. Chamber Update No update. 6. Workforce Housing Update Discussion ensued about there being approximately five projects being worked on currently which involves about one hundred units and that they will work on updates for the meeting next month. Council Liaison Pederson said it seems that things are moving quicker than normal and that the P&Z Commission and City Council are motivated to make changes. 7. 2022 Proiect Goals Chair Lottman stated that he cleaned up the goals sheet from last year and wanted to look into moving into 2023 and have their goals established for 2023. 1. Assist the City with their vision to provide community services that help, enhance, and continue traditions of being a great place to live, work and Play. Chair Lottman stated this is on the City's website and would like input from the Council on how the EDC can help with the City's vision and goals for 2023. Council Liaison Pederson said he will discuss it at the next Council meeting. Discussion ensued about high-speed Internet and adding that as a goal. 2. Goals from 2021 a. Workforce Housing b. Pequot Lakes Incentive Program c. Marketing of the Heart of the Good Life d. Welcoming Community Advocacy Group 3. Utilize BLAECS's knowledge to have pointed recommendations to the City Council. 4. Break ground on (3) project in the Heart of the Good Life and Interior lots. 5. Explore Redefining the Pequot Lakes HRA 8. BLAEDC Update