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becoming part of the development. Black responded that Snyder's was not willing to accept higher rents for the new building and thus had to pull out of the plan. He also stated that the bank's manager wants to build a new building, but that the bank executives have not committed to rebuilding. Harmon had spoken with the executive that handles all remodeling for the bank; he stated that the corporation considers New Brighton a mature neighborhood and they were only building new banks in areas with new housing. Benke asked if it was possible that Kraus-Anderson would reconsider moving the road through the development as originally suggested. He feels that the City should be aggressive in making that plan happen. Black replied that it was a possibility and that the City would be very supportive of that plan. Business Council The Business Council meeting on July 28th was attended by about 15 people, a bit smaller than normal, but due to vacations no one was able to call and invite them personally. Grant and David provided updates on redevelopment projects. There were some questions, but no new topics were brought up. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for the last week of October. Other Business Black reported that the City had applied for four different EPA grants last November. The City has won three of the grants. Starting next week the City will have a new staff member, Ken Nimmer, to help with the second phase of the grant application. Delaune congratulated the City on acquiring the new post office. Harmon suggested that the City give the block captains flyers to hand out announcing the Town Hall meeting that is coming up in October. She would like to see a more diverse group of people attend the meeting. She also announced that this week is Stockyard Days and encouraged participation. Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 8:34 a.m.