EDA Mtg 012026

Tuesday, January 20, 2026

2026 EDA goals and strategic direction

Recognition of service for Brian Bazansen

Election and appointment of 2026 EDA officers

Approval of July 2021 EDA minutes

1347 SIMS Road property update and disposition options

Future acquisition of access easements on Highway 65

Capstone development project update and housing trends

Votes (6)

Adopt the agenda with addition of 2026 EDA goals

PassedUnanimous

Moved by Unnamed · Seconded by Unnamed

Approve Resolution 2026-01: Recognition of Brian Bazansen

PassedUnanimous

Moved by Unnamed · Seconded by Unnamed

Elect Julie Lux as President

PassedUnanimous

Moved by Unnamed · Seconded by Unnamed

Elect Suzanne Urkl as Vice President

PassedUnanimous

Moved by Unnamed · Seconded by Unnamed

Approve slate of Treasurer Matt Look, Asst. Treasurer Mike Dorski, and Secretary Carrie Frost

PassedUnanimous

Moved by Unnamed · Seconded by Unnamed

Approve July 21, 2021 EDA minutes

PassedUnanimous

Moved by Unnamed · Seconded by Unnamed

Notable Quotes (3)

The biggest lesson I learned in working for the citizens of East Bethl... is the truism that potholes don't have politics.

Brian Bazansen
Public serviceFarewell address to commissioners.

I think we should look into purchasing the properties that attached to this one... and start bringing revenue into our city.

Julie Lux
Economic developmentDiscussion on 2026 goals.

If you get a bad reputation, you can't overcome that... Drama in city hall doesn't help anybody.

Anonymous Commissioner
City reputationDiscussion on EDA goals.

People (5)

Suzanne UrklVice President

Elected as Vice President of the EDA.

Matt LookTreasurer

Treasurer; involved in 1347 SIMS Road property management and acquisitions.

TomDeveloper

Presented on Viking Meadows development and housing market trends.

Places Mentioned

1347 SIMS RoadHighway 65Lake MaxViking MeadowsEast Bethl

Events & Meetings (1)

  • January 20, 2026 - Economic Development Authority Meeting

Ordinances & Resolutions (1)

2026-01

Resolution recognizing Brian Bazansen for his service to the city of East Bethl.

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EDA Mtg 012026 - East Bethel Recorder