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5. HRA BUSINESS 5.01: Adopt a Resolution to Ratify the Appointment of an Executive Director HRA Executive Director Nelson reviewed the staff report. Motion by Commissioner Wise, seconded by Commissioner Elvig, to adopt Resolution #HRA- 12-03 -005, Ratifying the Appointment of an Executive Director for the Ramsey Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) Under Minnesota Statutes Chapter 469. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Chairperson McGlone, Commissioners Wise, Elvig, Backous, Ramsey, Strommen, and Tossey. Voting No: None. 6. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S REPORT HRA Executive Director Nelson provided an update on parking ramp signage and announced the Flaherty and Collins ceremonial groundbreaking scheduled for April 10, 2012, and closing on April 30, 2012. Development Manager Lazan advised of additional attempts to contact Toti /Suite Living and indicated that as of April 2, 2012, their contract will expire and the $50,000 will no longer be applicable towards closing costs. 7. COMMISSIONER INPUT Commissioner Ramsey stated he finds The COR signage along Highway 10 is difficult to see. Development Manager Lazan explained the design intent was for subtlety but he will check if the lighting can be increased. Commissioner Elvig asked what is anticipated for the Toti /Suite Living site. Development Manager Lazan stated there were two proposals for this site, an urban product that fit with the downtown and a residential scale two -story with sloped rooftops. At that time, it was found Toti /Suite Living better fit the proforma and the other choice is under construction in another location of Ramsey. He indicated the Management Team can reach out to parties to rekindle interest. 8. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Commissioner Ramsey, seconded by Commissioner Tossey, to adjourn the Regular Meeting of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority. Motion carried. The Regular Meeting of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority adjourned at 9:03 p.m. Housing and Redevelopment Authority / March 27, 2012 Page 2 of 3