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9. The Mcdonald's sites are 25%-35%bigger than what Stone Brook needs,and will result in wasted <br /> space/remnant lots(which the City will be unhappy with). The Casey's sites on the east end of <br /> The COR have several more"development issues"than Site#1. PSD is not willing to sell their site <br /> for less that$12.00 psf. The Northgate site is too small. Not only is this their#1 desired site, <br /> Stone Brook believes other options in The COR don't work well. <br /> 10. This type of business,a high-end children's academy, is not commonly seen in Anoka County, if at <br /> all (however, is common in Hennepin County for example). It is critically important,to the <br /> owners,that they are able to deliver top-notch services in a high-class facility. They will not open <br /> a facility in Ramsey if they cannot achieve that goal. Stone Brook believes their pricing structure <br /> is very sensitive/risky in Ramsey(unproven market for this product). They need to do everything <br /> they can to keep user costs as low as possible in Ramsey(Site#1 works for their budget). <br /> B. Is this a daycare or a pre-school? <br /> 1. Stone Brook is a center based childcare.Stone Brook is not a daycare. [Based on State <br /> regulations,] daycares are centers located inside peoples' homes.A center based childcare,under <br /> MN Dept of Human Services guidelines, has specific requirements for number of children,as well <br /> as,staff qualifications. Stone Brook will be applying for a childcare license [though the State]. <br /> This license will enable Stone Brook to service children ages 6 weeks-preschool. <br /> 2. [With the above in mind,]Stone Brook is not just opening up a childcare center just to open up a <br /> childcare center.Childcare centers are a very tough and regulated business.Therefore,to spend <br /> time and energy and personal assets just for a business would be foolish. Stone Brook has been <br /> in contact with many people and [childcare] centers for two years now,trying to gather <br /> information and to produce a quality product. First and foremost for the children, but second of <br /> all,for the community. <br /> Stone Brook will be regulated by the MN Dept of Human Services. Requirements,see website <br /> pages. Supporting a childcare center in the community is vital to the growth of the community. <br /> Yes,the family is a powerful influence on a child's ability to succeed, but Stone Brook's goal is to <br /> also work collaboratively in a process that is fun,educational,and have a beneficial social impact. <br /> Therefore, Stone Brook will be [include] special events for families,a large multi-purpose room <br /> for events and learning,computer-smart boards for learning,and the privilege to share the <br /> stages of growth and development with the families.Just remember that when a center for <br /> childcare exists and successful,the community in which they serve will also show success and a <br /> positive influence. <br /> Page 4 of 15 <br />