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HRA Executive Director Nelson stated that the difference is the infrastructure — we are issuing construction bonds. Commissioner Tossey stated that cities did what they were supposed to and we are doing what cities are not supposed to do. He expressed concern about it backfiring. Chair Ramsey stated that the problem right now is that the banks are not loaning out money. Commissioner Elvig stated that one fact for him is the owner /equity on this project. 6. Executive Director's Report Meeting with Jim Deal. HRA Executive Director Nelson stated that she and Mr. Lazan met with Jim Deal and Matt Kuker and talked about a 60 foot extension on the parking lot and having an agreement for a permanent easement and a process to share parking. They know they need additional parking; it was a positive meeting. North Park. Ms. Nelson stated the HRA had already received an update relating to North Park. COR Letter. Ms. Nelson talked about the negative letter that was sent to some residents talking about The COR and using The COR logo. She pointed out that The COR logo is copyrighted and this is an infringement on our legal rights of the logo. The challenge is identifying the sender and staff is working on that. In response to that, she stated she had a conversation with Chuck of Himle Horner. He provided some ideas on responding to that letter — a counterpoint to that letter. Staff will use the Ramsey Resident, COR Report and the website to get factual information out to the public. A positive article will be written — staff will work on that over the next few days. Commissioner Elvig stated that part of him feels we have provided that letter too much attention already. Commissioner Tossey stated that his concern is not that they used the logo — more criminal would be mail fraud and he did not really think this qualified as mail fraud He noted we have an attorney and a Police Department — they should determine if this is considered criminal. Meetings and Updates. 1. Chairperson Ramsey stated there will be a meeting tomorrow with Rachel of Michelle Bachman's office. 2. It was noted there would be a smart board demo in the Lake Itasca Room tomorrow. 3. There is a joint meeting scheduled for the City Council to meet with the Park and Recreation Commission at Central Park on Thursday from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. 4. The work has started on The Draw parking lot. 5.. The question was asked where we are at with the Central Park parking lot improvements. Director of Public Works Olson responded that we still do not have the right of entry forms but we will still try to get that done this year. HRA Work Session — June 7, 2011 Page 6 of 7