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Nelson inquired if commissioners could assist at all by submitting letters; Fernelius reported council adopted a resolution requesting funding. Northwest Quadrant Rebranding Process • Fernelius reported at a recent neighborhood meeting he was asked to share the potential names associated with the NWQ rebranding; however; because the council had not had a formal presentation from Risdall, he opted not to do so. Councilmember Bauman supported that decision for a variety of reasons. Commissioner Benke reported the Northwest Quadrant received its name because it is in the northwest quadrant of 694 and 35W. Presentation by Ehlers & Associates on Northwest Quadrant Financial Model Rescheduled for April 20, 2010. Other Topics Twin Cities North Chamber of Commerce Legislative Breakfast Recap Commissioner Benke provided copies of a presentation that was made last month at the Twin Cities North Chamber of Commerce legislative breakfast. The presentation was made by a Commissioner of MnDOT and focused on the transportation challenges in the Metro area. Benke reported long term funding for the New Brighton area is likely not going to occur. In 2011 MnDot is planning to replace bridges along 694 at Snelling Ave and Lexington Ave. Councilmember Bauman questioned the amount of the light rail budget; Benke didn't have that figure, but did report in the future, light rail could be beneficial to the north metro. TCAAP Update Femelius reported The City of Arden Hills is hosting a general community meeting on the future of the TCAAP site on Tuesday, April 20, 2010 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Ramsey County Public Works Facility. Commissioner Beach reported he saw the property was going to auction in May. Discussions Topics (Past/Future) Councilmember Bauman reported Kowalskis may be building in Roseville. Commissioner Benke reported years ago, a demographic study was done, and it was determined a high end grocery store would not be a good fit in New Brighton. Future Topics Commissioner Beach suggested starting a list of possible businesses that may be interested in locating in the Northwest Quadrant. Fernelius reported that may be beneficial in the future; currently some of the larger developers are aware of the area. Director Fernelius stated it is his hope to have some direction on the rebranding by early summer. Director Fernelius reported at the recent council retreat, the decision was made not to video record some of the advisory commission meetings, including the Economic Development Commission meetings. Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 8:31 a.m. is