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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . . r "- BW'BR ~'Y Architecture. Interior Design Lawson Commons 380 St. Peter Street, Suite 600 Saint Paul, MN 55 I 02- I 996 651.222.3701 fax 651.222.8961 www.bwbr.com January 18, 2007 Lori Johnson City Administrator City of Elk River, MN 13065 Orono Parkway Elk River, MN 55330 Dear Lori: BWER is very pleased to submit this proposal for architectural and engineering services to the City of Elk River and the YMCA of Metropolitan Minneapolis for the new branch facility in Elk River. As evidenced in other communities, a city with a direct YMCA presence can offer its citizens an array of services and programs not easily realized on its own. The joint partnership and subsequent support from the referendum established for this branch have created a great foundation on to which to build a future together in Elk River. BWBR Architects has been, and continues to be, the go-to design and strategic planning firm for the YMCA of Metropolitan Minneapolis - by their choice - for many years. Not only are we engaged with the YMCA on future expansion and renovation analysis at their branches, we continue to assist them on continual building upgrades throughout the Association. Simply put, our long- term relationship has resulted in invaluable building knowledge pertinent to the YMCA. We understand YMCA buildings and the heavy program demands placed upon these facilities. In addition, we understand and have vast project experience with the City's prerogative to create a model project for demonstrating "green" solutions. In this case, this building requires innovative yet practical design solutions to achieve the best value and individual goals of the City (as building owner and steward of public money) and the YMCA (as long-term tenant). In this proposal, we discuss the approach BWER will bring to the design process - tailored for this individual project - which can be summed up in three words: participatory [we will lead the process on your project (not ours)]; creative (this project has parameters unlike any other, thus demanding creative, unique solutions); and managed (design balanced with budget, on-schedule, and always keeping you informed). We are very excited to have the opportunity to continue working together with the YMCA and the City of Elk River on this very special community project. Respectfully submitted, BWBR ARCHITECTS, INC. ~~ Greg Fenton, AlA Project Manager 651.290.1877 gftnton@bwbr.com ~ Stephen P. Patrick, AlA, LEEDo A.P. President/CEO 651.290.1953 spatrick@bwbr.com