I agree with RT, and the responses that followed, that there are ways to market Minneapolis that don't involve offering direct subsidy. But rather than selling Minneapolis, let's talk about attracting investment. What does a prospective investor want to know? That you have a clear vision, a sensible business plan, a solid financial strategy, and the experience and skill to carry them out. In the absence of these things, potential investors become predators, focused what they can get (subsidy) rather than what is in their best interests to invest. And the city takes a reactive posture, responding to demands instead of articulating a compelling vision and inviting investment on its own terms. At the risk of sounding like a capitalist, if the city wants to attract investment, it needs to behave more like a thriving, entrepreneurial business with an appealing vision. David Fey Seward _______________________________________________ Minneapolis Issues Forum - Minnesota E-Democracy Post messages to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subscribe, Unsubscribe, Digest option, and more: http://e-democracy.org/mpls
