IDC Minutes 12-15-1983
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MONTICELLO INDUSTRIAL D
December 15, 198
The regularly scheduled meeting
Committee was duly held at 7:00
the Silver Fox Inn. Members pre
Bondhus, B. Schrupp, J. Morrell,
R. Hoglund, D. Smith, and A. Pel
B. Gagnelius, S. Johnson, D. Lun
T. Eidem opened the meeting.
the minutes stood approved.
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VELOPMENT COMMITTEE
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f the Monticello Industrial Development
.M. on Thursday, December 15, 1983, at
ent were: Chairman Tom Eidem, J.
G. Wieber, C. JOhnson, W. Musty,
it. Members not present: A. Grimsmo,
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was no November meeting,
T. Eidem explained that the 5-ye r Plan and the 1984 Action Plan
was presented by each committee ead. It was then assembled by A.
Pelvit for submission to the co ittee as a whole. C. Johnson expressed
dissatisfaction of the Industry ay. He felt there should have been
more outsiders or prospects that our members talked to. T. Eidem
suggested the idea of going back to a less formal picnic type arrange-
ment in August, etc. The committee's consensus was to revise the day
as a whole during spring/summer of 1984. G. Wieber asked for clarifi-
cation of A. Pelvit's cold call p ogram. Pelvit explained that it was
not intended to drive 100 miles j' st to knock on doors but to complete
an organized contacting of prospel ts. This would be aimed at new
leads, old prospects, etc., the p imary concern being to get prospects
interested in Monticello. G. Wie er moved to adopt the 5-year Work
Program and the 1984 Action Plan. It was seconded by B. Schrupp,
with the foregoing comments on In ustry Day to be discussed at a
later date.
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Consideration
T. Eidem explained the amounts li ted in the 1984 proposed budget.
B. Schrupp moved to adopt the pro osal for 1984, and it was seconded
by W. Musty. The motion passed u animously.
5. Consideration of Nominatin and E' ectin Officers for 1984.
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T. Eidem asked for nominations fo 1984 offices. B. Schrupp offered
to be treasurer for 1984. Con mo ed to accept B. Schrupp as treasurer
for another one-year term. Motio was seconded by R. Hoglund. C.
Johnson suggested G. Wieber for C. airman. Wieber declined the nomina-
tion saying that other committmen, s such as Rotary President would
keep him from giving the office i s proper attentiveness. C. Johnson
nominated J. Morrell as Chair for 1984. He, too, said he did not feel
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he could devote the full-time re ponsibilities that go with this
office. C. Johnson then nominat d D. Smith (not present at this
point) as Chair with the underst nding that he could turn down
the nomination if inconvenient. Johnson also nominated G. Wieber
as Vice-Chair. B. Schrupp moved to cease nominations, seconded by
R. Hoglund. Nominations were cl sed. It was the consensus to accept
the nominations. Also, the comm "ttee heads will be appointed/re-
appointed by the Chairman and Vi e-Chairman.
ment Brochure.
6.
Consideration of
T. Eidem suggested A. Pelvit wor out the details of committee
assignments with Chairman and Vi e-Chairman.
7. Consideration of
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The City of Monticello has alrea y updated its City information.
They have already received 1,000 printed pamphlets to insert in
the remaining jackets. By only rdering 1,000, the information can
be updated more often. G. Wiebe expressed a priority in an
industrial brochure over magazin advertising. J. Morrell was
in agreement also. He felt more time will be spent on prospecting
and brochures a must. Wieber an Bondhus both felt the ads in the
Minnesota Business Journal and the Corporate Report should be used
in conjunction with trade shows nd industrial brochures.
J. Morrell suggested A. Pelvit c tact cities such as Princeton,
Delano, Litchfield, Lakeville, staples, and Little Falls, etc.,
to find out how they attract industry. J. Morrell asked if the
committee thought they were successful, and it was the consensus of
the committee that the group as a whole was, indeed, accomplishing very
much.
T. Eidem explained about his fria d that is associated with the manufact-
uring and selling of parts used b IXI. He will pursue this
prospect personally during the initial stages.
It was suggested that the committ e get into the publicity market.
We should spend some money, if ne: essary, to publicize Monticello's
Economic Development in daily news apers such as the St. Cloud Daily
Times, Minneapolis Star & Tribune, St. Paul Dispatch-Pioneer Press,
etc.
G. Wieber suggested that A. Pelvi
etc., for feedback from the entiri
getting a rough draft to publicit
head by the January 19, 1984, mee
brochure composition will be refi
It was the committee's consensus
and proceed from there.
obtain some particulars on costs,
committee. T. Eidem suggested
promotion and prospect committee
ing. preliminary costs and
ed by the February 16, 1984, meeting.
o get bids from 3-5 ad agencies
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8. Consideration of Usin Trade Fair as Part of Overall Advertisin
Package.
G. Wieber suggested delaying any involvement with trade shows until
the brochure was completed. A mo ion to delay trade show involvement
until completion of the industry rochure was made by B. Schrupp and
seconded by G. Wieber.
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Consideration of Dis la to be Used with Brochure, etc., in Promotin
Monticello at Trade Fairs.
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D. Smith suggested A. Pelvit be esponsible for getting Bondhus'
display board ready. This shoul be worked out between Pelvit and
the Chairman. Schrupp withdrew is motion as did Wieber his second.
The committee asked if A. Pelvit could get enough material together
for showing at a trade fair on F bruary 22-23, 1984. Pelvit indicated
that it would not be a class act. However, it would suffice. J.
Morrell stated that members shoud be better versed in tax increment
financing, industrial revenue b nds, etc. A small, easily understood
manual will be prepared for this purpose. It was also the committee's
consensus to have testimonials 0 other companies either included in
the brochure or at the trade sho s. The committee supported pelvit
attending full-time with the ind'vidual committee members attending
for 2-4 hours at a time. This i to be worked out with B. Schrupp
and J. Bondhus. Pelvit will see if Monticello can be re-issued the
booth previously issued.
Due to the time remaining, it wa suggested the brainstorming session
be done on the committee's own t'me. Ideas should be brought back
to the January 19, 1984, meeting J. Morrell expressed his thoughts
about A. Pelvit's duties between City/Industrial Development Committee.
T. Eidem explained Pelvit's duti s and said he shouldn't be a paper
shuffler but a promoter and/or c ordinator of Monticello and the
Monticello Industrial Developmen Committee. Eidem added that the
members should continue to be ac ive, not becoming inactive because
an Economic Development Director was hired. G. Wieber agreed that
any newly formed unit has growin pains. He admits that the members
are willing to work promoting bu will not get involved with the
details of paperwork and updatin , etc.
Short-term Goals.
10. Consideration of Committee Setti
D. Smith agreed that the committ e has not been as active as they
should. He reported on Alpana A uminum Company breaking away from
Delano. A. Pelvit told the comm ttee he was on top of the situation.
He has contacted Alpana twice in regard to meeting with them. Their
president suggested stopping by f we're down in the area. I will
arrange to be there before the f rst of the year. Pelvit also suggested
organizing tours for the committ e. IXI has agreed to have a tour
already.
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11. prospect Update.
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This item was postponed until th next meeting.
I.D.C. Business.
12. Consideration of Setting Rules G
This item was postponed until th next meeting.
13. other Business.
Don Smith expressed his apprecia
in him being Chairman, but again
the Chair. The committee than a
He consented with the stipulatio
with him. Eidem suggested a Co-
opposed the idea. R. Hoglund mo
and G. Wieber as Vice-Chairman f
Passed unanimously.
ion of the committee's confidence
he asked not to be considered for
ked J. Morrell to act as Chairman.
that the Vice-Chair work closely
hair. Both Wieber and Morrell
ed to accept J. Morrell as Chairman
r 1984. It was seconded by D. Smith.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
Developmen
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