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Housing & Redevelopment Authority Juae G, 2011 Mr. Lindberg asked how many parking stalls would be added. Comtissioner Motin stated that 21 spaces would be created, and if tiered there would be over 40 spaces. Chair Wilson stated that putting out RFP's for potential businesses for the properties would be in direct contrast to the HRA's goal to reserve the site for future parking needs. Commissioner Motin stated that the City Council chose to purchase the pazking lot across the street from the site to preserve pazking in the downtown, as well. He stated that it would be conflict to try to preserve the buildings. Chair Wilson thanked the HPC representatives for their input. 6. C' ncider lease extension for Arts Alliance - 716 Main Street David Raymond, representative of the Ell: Rivet Arts Alliance, 716 Main Street, stated that Arts Alliance would like to extend their lease with the HRA. Ms. Deckert provided background information regazding leasing of the property to the Arts Alliance, as detailed in her memo to the HRA dated June 6, 2011. Commissioner Liesex asked if the Arts Alliance paid part of the maintenance costs for the building. Ms. Deckert stated yes, the Arts Alliance pays a shaze of any costs over $1,000. Commissioner Toth asked if the Arts Alliance was interested in a 1 or 2-year lease. Mr. Raymond stated that they would prefer a 2-yeaz lease, but would accept a 1-year lease. Mr. Raymond explained that the Arts Alliance continues to explore their options for relocating. He noted that the former First National Bank proposal is still just a concept and no formal agreement has been worked out. Commissioner Toth asked if more pazking would be needed for the First National site. Mr. Raymond stated yes, but that most events would be in the evening, when there is less demand for parking in the downtown. He felt that parking for this site would be adequate, assuming the adjacent city lot would be available to them. Cotmissioner Toth stated he was not opposed to a 2-yeaz lease, since the lease includes an option to cancel the lease, with a 6-month notice. Ms. Deckert stated that the proposed 1-year lease does not include an automatic extension. Commissioner Motin stated that he supported a 1-year lease, which could be renewed if needed. He felt a 1-yeaz lease puts the city in better standing, and has an end date. Mr. Raymond stated that the Arts Alliance would be comfortable with a 1-yeaz lease if they could have the opportunity to renew the lease next yeaz. Chair Wilson stated that the HRA has had a good relationship with the Arts Alliance and that having them in the downtown has been a positive experience. He stated that the HRA will continue to keep the Arts Alliance informed of their standing when the 1-yeaz lease is up. Page 3 MOTION BY COMMISSIONER MOTIN AND SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER LIESER TO AUTHORIZE A 1-YEAR LEASE EXTENSION