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-2- Discussion of the Krause-Anderson and Neil Larson Projects Chairman Schumacher reviewed the two projects which were presented to the Authority at an earlier meeting . He indicated that as a result of Red Owl being acquired , Krause-Anderson was no longer in a position to obtain a commitment from them and therefore was no longer interested in the downtown project . Jerry Messman from Zack Johnson ' s office was present to discuss Neil Larson ' s project. This project would involve improving the buildings on Jackson Street , replacing those on the Main Street side with two story units ( upper floors being offices) , and closing off King Avenue for graded parking . There would be no changes outside of that block except for Jackson Place being re-arranged for more parking space . The parking problems were discussed , and Mr . Messman said there was a possibility of second floor parking for • the offices and opening up the basement areas for more retail space. Commissioner Busch felt there is a definite need for more retail space and Mr. Santwire felt there was not enough room downtown . Cliff Lundberg stated it had been thought to keep the downtown area as professional office space and small specialty retail shops, with all other retail at a shopping center . Doug Johnson indicated he would like to see the HRA take the lead and provide immediate planning and a timetable for the downtown area redevelopment and the shopping center development . The Commissioners felt that there is a need for an overall redevelopment plan for the downtown area . Mr. Messman said he and Zack Johnson would be willing to prepare a proposal for the preparation of • such a plan . This proposal will include the kind of plan the City needs , define boundaries , identify what is needed in specific areas , the cost to go through the whole process ,