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He revealed his firm needs $300,000 to break even with the projects it has funded. He has the motivation and drive to continue to bring development to the City. Commissioner Elvig suggested this type of summary be provided monthly. Chairperson Jeffrey expressed concern that in a bid situation, Landform can be more competitive with the information they already have, lessening the ability of local firms to make competitive bids. Commissioner Wise pointed out the most competitive bid is awarded the work much of the time, and awards have gone to local companies. Commissioner Ramsey noted synergy is one reason Landform may get bids since it is more costly to bring someone in from the outside and get them up to speed. Development Manager Lazan explained his firm knows the City's boundaries, where roads can be moved, and an abundance of data regarding the City. He said he spent over 150 hours compiling this data from 12 consultants that have worked in the City previously so it would be a huge project to get others involved now and let them know the details. He added that the language in the contract is to the effect of "the City will use contracted engineers to the extent possible". He is part of a development team. Development Manager Lazan stated he felt he was half way through the administrative tasks needed to clear up titles, etc. It has taken 10 months to get that far. Possibly next year at this time, he will be able to better gauge the day-to-day work and predict more accurately the timeline on projects. Commissioner McGlone called the question. He said he wanted to see if there is a consensus to keep discussion going as it is. Voting Yes: Chairperson Jeffrey, Commissioners Backous, Elvig, McGlone, Ramsey, Tossey, and Wise. Voting No: None. Absent: None. Commissioner Ramsey stated staff and Landform should go over the contract together to see if they would like to change anything. Commissioner Backous noted he is seeing the contract for the first time and is not in favor of plowing through. He would like to look at some of the concerns. Commissioner Elvig noted it is the Commission's responsibility to review this contract. He added he believes Mr. Lazan's performance has been stellar. If anything in the contract needs adjusting, this is the time to handle it. City Administrator Ulrich indicated staff spent a lot of time drawing up the contract. He said he thought Mr. Lazan has incentive to work hard for the City. He offered to help work on the Housing and Redevelopment Authority / February 22, 2011 Page 3 of 5