DATE:	September 8, 2000

TO:	Economic Development Commission Members

FROM:	David Black

RE:	Brighton Village

A Brighton Village tenants' meeting was held this morning. Jim McComb presented the conclusions of the retail portion of his market study, indicating that there is a market for a grocery store of about 25,000 square feet. It was recognized, however, that several attractive operators, including Kowalski's, are probably not in a position to pursue a new store at this time, however attractive the location might be. Other options for the site were also discussed.

We also discussed a plan for approaching four or five stores. McComb indicated that he would suggest the strongest possibilities in the Twin Cities market, and make a call on our behalf if requested. After approaching the Council to discuss the report and the proposed plan, we would suggest that a "team" of people meet with any operators that indicate a willingness to talk. Kraus-Anderson indicated that they would join with us, and we would suggest that the Mayor, a member of the EDC, and one or two staff members be present, plus possibly Jim McComb. The goal would be to schedule all meetings within thirty days after the Council gives us the direction to proceed, and try to have definitive responses within another thirty days. We will of course discuss appropriate ways to proceed with the EDC and Council, after this series of meetings.

McComb's study was nearly completed this morning, and we hope to have a copy for each of you available at the meeting.