Sponsor: Community & Economic Development
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Appointment of Vice Chair of Rice Creek Commons Joint Development Authority Board
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Recommendation
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Appoint Commissioner Nicole Frethem as the Vice Chair of the Rice Creek Commons Joint Development Authority Board from date of appointment through December 31, 2024.
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Background and Rationale
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The Rice Creek Commons/Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant (TCAAP) Joint Development Authority (JDA) Board was created by Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) in 2012. The JDA Board consists of two members from the Arden Hills city council, two members from the Ramsey County Board of Commissioners, and one appointed resident from Arden Hills. On January 2, 2024, the Ramsey County board appointed Nicole Frethem and Victoria Reinhardt to the JDA Board for 2024. The JDA bylaws state that the Vice Chair shall be appointed by the Ramsey County Board from its members on the JDA Board.
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County Goals (Check those advanced by Action)
☐ Well-being ☐ Prosperity ☒ Opportunity ☒ Accountability
Racial Equity Impact
Commissioner Frethem’s appointment as the Vice Chair of the Rice Creek Commons JDA Board will enhance Ramsey County’s ability to fulfill its vision for the site of a vibrant, inclusive community where all are valued and thrive and to serve our diverse communities.
Community Participation Level and Impact
The Rice Creek Commons JDA meets approximately monthly and community input is taken at every meeting.
☒ Inform ☐ Consult ☐ Involve ☐ Collaborate ☐ Empower
Fiscal Impact
There is no fiscal impact from this action.
Last Previous Action
On January 2, 2024, the Ramsey County board appointed Commissioners Nicole Frethem and Victoria Reinhardt to the Rice Creek Commons/ Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant (TCAAP) Joint Development Authority (JDA) Board (Resolution B2024-005).
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