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4.01: Future Business Park Update - continued <br /> Economic Dev. Mgr/Assistant City Administrator Brama stated the EDA has reconvened from <br /> the closed session and gave a general overview of the Closed Session discussion. <br /> Member Williams stated in addition to the discussion they had in the Closed Session, she did not <br /> support using the 50 plus acres along the west side of Puma for residential use. <br /> Member Riley agreed and stated he thought the EDA should forward this for the City <br /> Comprehensive Plan review. <br /> 4.02: Aeon Purchase Agreement <br /> Economic Dev. Mgr/Assistant City Administrator Brama presented the staff report. <br /> Mr. James Lenhoff, VP Housing and Development of Aeon Portfolio, made a presentation to the <br /> EDA on what Aeon Portfolio designs and builds. <br /> Ms. Leslie Roerin, Project Manager for Aeon Portfolio, reviewed the project concept with the <br /> EDA. <br /> Member Skaff stated there is a green area on the footprint and he wondered if this will remain a <br /> green area or possibly another project. <br /> Ms. Roerin stated there is a possibility of a future project if needed and if the market warrants it. <br /> She reviewed some possible projects with the Board. <br /> Chairperson Steffen asked if the fifty to sixty units being proposed are all within phase one. <br /> Ms. Roerin stated the current project would have fifty to sixty units. <br /> Chairperson Steffen wondered if the residents of the current project would want to know there is <br /> a possibility of future development. <br /> Ms. Roerin thought with the amenities available there for the residents, there will be some green <br /> space and a place for children to play as well. <br /> Chairperson Steffen asked what Aeon likes about Ramsey besides the parks and trails. <br /> Ms. Roerin stated they liked the location to transit and the amenities that are already in the City. <br /> The transit system will connect the residents with other cities and having the clinics and schools <br /> in the area are also a bonus. <br /> Mr. Lenhoff stated there is also the potential for job growth and manufacturers in the City as <br /> well. He stated there is a need to see a wide range of housing opportunities out there for the <br /> Economic Development Authority/May 5, 2016 <br /> Page 5 of 9 <br />