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House in the past and can speak to the good work the organization has done with that funding. He <br />commented on how the organization has brought together the community, not just for those they <br />serve, but also those who donate and assist with the projects. He spoke about his experience <br />working with the organization on a project in 2019. He stated that more people have become <br />aware of the mission and want to be involved. He stated that he will be golfing at a tournament in <br />July that is focused on fundraising for this project. <br />Julie Braastad, Anoka County Commissioner, introduced herself and stated that, as a previous <br />member of the Ham Lake City Council, she has more extensive experi <br />and its mission. She stated that Elevate Hope House has been a gre <br />they belong to, but to those they serve. She stated that in her ro <br />able to assist the organization in its mission for funding throu <br />organization invests in the communities they build in and he <br />housing. She believed this would be a good use of Ramsey's LAMA doll <br />the organization not only provides housing but also teaches the skills needed <br />forward. She thanked the City for considering this request. <br />Olivia Sprosty, project architect, stated that she has bee <br />project's feasibility and has contributed her time to deve <br />City staff to ensure zoning requirement e met. She state <br />schematic design and construction within a ect timeline <br />Member Riley asked for more information o <br />Ms. Sprosty stated that t <br />phase one to allow c <br />stated that the goal <br />timeline. She commente <br />phase two. Sh- -eiterate <br />specified t <br />Matt ' :e, land surve <br />about the . sitive experien <br />specified timeline. He belie <br />additional benefit of afford <br />Storyteller Cafe project and <br />consider co <br />action im <br />e one apart <br />r two apart <br />e with the organization <br />, not just to the cities <br />the County, they have been <br />She commented that the <br />he issue of affordable <br />he commented that <br />uccessful going <br />ith Ms. Mt.iermott on the <br />concepts shown and work with <br />t they hope to move forward to <br />ed. <br />hases <br />entioned. <br />ting the f .'-floor commercial space as part of <br />iately upon completion of construction. She <br />t ' phase one, ready to be leased within that <br />s would be completed and ready as part of <br />to overpromise and underdeliver within the <br />tated t _ assisted with platting the home in Ham Lake and spoke <br />nd ab. y of Ms. McDermott to accomplish her goals within the <br />that t is project would be an amenity for the community with the <br />e housing units. He commented that he also worked on the <br />s experience and knowledge of the site and platting process. <br />Economic Developme anager Sullivan commented on the architectural feasibility provided in <br />the packet and noted at the Building Official has reviewed this to confirm that the applicant is <br />on the right path and that this would be a feasible project. He commented that this project is very <br />well thought out and that the right people are involved to set it up for success. <br />Chairperson Wiyninger recognized that there are two things to consider in terms of getting the <br />project built, as well as operational consistency. He wanted to ensure that they were not building <br />a beautiful space that would not be sustainable. He asked for more information about the <br />sustainability of the coffee shop and the gathering space. <br />Economic Development Authority/ June 11, 2026 <br />Page 3 of 7 <br />