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Commissioner Strommen asked if this will also be considered by the City Council. Executive Director Ulrich stated approval of the RFP can be handled administratively; however, the contract would need to be authorized for signature by both the City Council and HRA. Commissioner Strommen asked that the RFP be revised to reflect that. Commissioner Riley stated his support for the RFP, noting it requires a licensed broker, which is not a skill of City Staff. He stated he finds this to be a good start. Commissioner Kuzma stated he supports issuing an RFP, noting sale of properties will also help raise funds for road maintenance. Commissioner Strommen stated the interested firms are being asked to identify if they are interested in residential and /or industrial land. She asked if more than one firm may be considered in the event that a firm is not interested in marketing both types of property. Executive Director Ulrich stated it is the intent that more than one brokerage firm would be involved but it could be one firm depending on the strengths of the firm. He stated the RFP can be revised to indicate there may be more than one firm involved. Commissioner Strommen stated she supports the RFP and clarifying the language so it is clear there may be more than one firm involved. Commissioner Riley suggested adding language indicating the companies need to be in good standing with real estate and corporate taxes. Chairperson Backous stated he would prefer to address all properties, including The COR, but understands that will involve additional discussion. He noted this property is an asset worth millions and the sale of this property should have been resolved years ago. Motion by Commissioner Kuzma, seconded by Commissioner Johns, to authorize staff to draft and issue a Request for Proposals for real estate broker services. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Chairperson Backous, Commissioners Kuzma, Johns, LeTourneau, Riley, and Strommen. Voting No: None. Commissioner Tossey. 5.03: Consider Sidewalk at North Commons Park Executive Director Ulrich reviewed the staff report and how the sidewalk would be funded. Motion by Commissioner LeTourneau, seconded by Commissioner Strommen, to approve installation of a sidewalk at North Commons Park. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Chairperson Backous, Commissioners LeTourneau, Strommen, Johns, Kuzma, and Riley. Voting No: None. Absent: Commissioner Tossey. Housing and Redevelopment Authority / September 10, 2013 Page 3 of 5