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In talking about the new community pylon, HRA Executive Director Nelson stated it's an effort to bring identity to the Ramsey Municipal Center and the Anoka County License. Chairperson Dehen asked do they have any final obligations. Ms. Nelson responded they are committed to put signage on the ramp. Commissioner Ramsey asked would they agree to just being on the pylon sign and not on the ramp. Ms. Nelson offered to talk to them about that again Mr. Lazan stated that he got pricing from three vendors and he is asking for budget approval reflective of one of them. Chairperson Dehen stated he has been an advocate of getting a for -sale sign on this property. Mr. Lazan clarified it will say "for sale or lease ". Chairperson Dehen added he did not want the signage to be as expensive as it is but it is definitely something he has been asking for Commissioner McGlone asked where the dollar value falls in our bidding policy to which Ms. Nelson responded we are under that $100,000 mark and three quotes are sufficient. Mr. Lazan stated he would like the HRA to pick a vendor and set a budget. Commissioner Elvig questioned if this is "grand" enough He was thinking of something billboard size. Mr. Lazan stated that would have to go through the Planning Commission. Chairperson Dehen stated he was concerned about the control of it. Mr. Lazan stated that we have not considered any income from other squares — there are some opportunities to cover some of these costs. Chairperson Dehen stated he likes the idea of getting it grander — but doesn't like the idea of spending so much more money. Commissioner McGlone stated he would like to see something so we already have an argument that we are collecting money. Commissioner Elvig stated he would like to see the motion to say $150,000 contingent on finding $60,000 in private enterprise — using it as an income revenue stream. Housing and Redevelopment Authority / August 31, 2010 Page 7 of 10