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To: The City of Ramsey 3/4/09 Interim Use Permit Application Request Freedom Christian Center International (FCCI) desires to lease the property at 6937 Hwy 10, Suite 160 in Ramsey for its temporary church home. We pledge our cooperation in meeting all necessary city and state requirements and we earnestly desire the favor of the City of Ramsey so that this new home might become a reality! I am sure you are aware of the advantages of having established churches in Ramsey. One of which is the nearby availability of a place of worship for those interested in moving to Ramsey, another being the increased exposure to nearby businesses, particularly restaurants, frequented before and after services. Of course the benefit of a leasee to the owners of Ramsey Town Square is obvious. Current meetings and attendance FCCI was established in 2004 and currently has approximately 75 members. FCCI's Pastor has been licensed and ordained since 1990 and is a member of several minister's organizations. FCCI meets on Sundays at 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM for regular worship service with most members in attendance. We also meet every Thursday evening at 7:00 PM for our weekly bible study, these meetings usually have 20 -25 in attendance. Future growth and attendance FCCI will be signing a 3 year lease, with 2 years renewable (total of 5 years) on suite #160, (5500 sq. ft), to use for a 120 -150 seat sanctuary as well as classrooms, offices, lunchroom, and necessary restrooms (see drawing). It is our desire to grow in attendance during this time to 150 members while using Suite#160. We have also requested the first option on leasing the adjacent suite #140, (2760 sq. ft. *), to expand the sanctuary an additional 50 seats to 200, as well as additional classrooms and nursery. FCCI is not pursuing growth beyond 200 members in the Ramsey Square facility but will be pursuing the purchase of our own property in Ramsey as we begin to reach capacity. *(Could this Suite 140 be included on this interim use permit ?) Viability We (FCCI) believe that the Ramsey Square property would work well for the following reasons: • The existing parking at the site (91 spaces) is more than adequate for our planned attendance. • We are willing and able to meet the code requirements for restrooms and sprinklers. • Our meeting times are not in conflict with other businesses in complex. • The two entrance /exits onto Hwy 10 would allow adequate traffic flow. • Our main vehicle traffic (9:30 -10AM and 12:00 -12:30 Sundays) is not during peak hwy traffic. Thank you so much for your service! Please feel free to contact me with any questions. Pastor Mark Reid Free ' am Christian Center International 612- 670 -6984 mreid7770hotmail - com www.freedomcccom Attachment B -161-