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The closed session ended at 9:31 p.m. Case #3: Consider Purchase of Tax Forfeit Parcel at North Commons Development Manager Lazan reviewed the staff report. He displayed a map of the area, highlighting a parcel, which could be obtained for a minimal amount, approximately $300 to $500, to be combined with the park. He noted that the remaining lot would have to be purchased at fair market value, approximately $ 15,000. He provided financial information and noted that he did not see revenue being obtained through the development of the lots. He advised that any revenue gained from this development would contribute towards first phase of park improvement for North Commons. Commissioner Ramsey stated that he did not see any benefit in developing the lots. He believed that the lot proposed to be combined with the park should be left as well, as the State currently owns the property and will most likely continue to own the land for some time. He believed that there was more of a benefit to leaving the land and developing a park at a later time. Chairperson Elvig stated that he would be in favor of obtaining the parcel to be combined with the park, because of the minimal cost. City Administrator Ulrich commented that if the parcel was not purchased to be combined with the park, it should be expected that the lot could be developed into a single family home. It was the consensus of the Commission to forfeit interest in all the parcels and not move forward on the purchase of any of the land in discussion. Case #4: Consider Alternative Designs for Lake Ramsey Area Development Manager Lazan reviewed the staff report. He noted that additional housing is being requested and presented three alternate design options for the Lake Ramsey area. Commissioner Ramsey stated that he was not in favor of adding single - family housing in this area and believed that type of housing belongs outside of The COR. He stated that he would be in favor of reconfiguring the lake but would like to see restaurant pads near the lake rather than single - family homes. Chairperson Elvig agreed that higher density housing should be the focus of The COR and believed restaurant pads should be near the lake. Commissioner Tossey agreed that shops or restaurant pads should be provided along the lake, as he believed that if homes are places along the lake it could give the impression that it is a private lake. HRA Executive Director Nelson questioned if the Commission would like staff to revise the development plan for the Lake Ramsey area. Housing and Redevelopment Authority / August 15, 2011 Page 4 of 5