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Asst. City Administrator/Economic Development Manager Brama confirmed that this would be two phases and the total cost include both phases. He noted that the City has experience with the contract firm and felt that this is a reasonable cost. City Engineer Westby stated that Hakanson Anderson also prepared the plans for the demolition of the old municipal center and stated that this seems in line with that project and seems to be a reasonable proposal. Councilmember LeTourneau stated that the premise of purchasing the property is to acquire right-of-way for a future underpass/overpass expansion which follows the Highway 10 access planning. He noted that the funding was also secured through the RALF program and therefore was not a use of City funds. He noted that the demolition of this site will also improve the sight line and could improve the business for the remainder of the retail node, which could help those businesses become more successful. Motion by Councilmember LeTourneau, seconded by Councilmember Kuzma, to approve the work order authorizing Hakanson Anderson to provide professional services for the demolition and clean-up of 6401 Highway 10. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Mayor Strommen, Councilmembers LeTourneau, Kuzma, Johns, Riley, Shryock, and Williams. Voting No: None. 7.12: Consider Approval of Tinklenberg Group Proposal for Professional Services Contract Extension City Administrator Ulrich reviewed the staff report and recommendation to consider the proposed contract extension with The Tinklenberg Group for 12 months through June 30, 2018. He stated that the alternative direction the Council may take includes shortening the term of the contract, not to approve the contract, or to seek other consultant proposals. He stated that any of those alternatives will result in a loss of momentum toward the accomplishment of the stated goals, so consequently continuation of the contract is recommended at this time. Mayor Strommen noted that the Highway 10 planning group met with Mr. Tinklenberg recently and had a robust discussion. Councilmember Shryock stated that Mr. Tinklenberg's skills have been very valuable and his ability to catch the necessary people at the necessary times has helped the City greatly. Motion by Councilmember Johns, seconded by Councilmember Shryock, to approve the consulting services proposal with The Tinklenberg Group for an additional 12-month contract through June 30, 2018. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Mayor Strommen, Councilmembers Johns, Shryock, Kuzma, LeTourneau, Riley, and Williams. Voting No: None. City Council/July 25,2017 Page 15 of 17