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I ~~ d~ ent Authority Minutes September 4, 2007 Page 3 and/or IIRA could work on in the interim. He felt that other work could be done in the interim to prevent further delay. Commissioner Moon stated that he felt that it would be better to wait, since there may be significant changes, such as where accesses are located, etc. Commissioner Kuester felt the high density housing proposed to be located close to Lions Park was a possible topic that could be worked on during the six months of the study process. Commissioner Motin stated that funding has been approved in the 2008 budget for a housing study. He noted that high density housing may not be feasible, depending on where accesses are located. Commissioner Toth stated that if it takes six months to complete the study, it could be another 4 - 5 months for discussions on other issues. Commissioner Motin stated that if they are trying to accomplish a 20-year vision, another six months would not "kill" the plan. Commissioner Toth stated he was concerned with keeping the Task Force together if they don't meet for six months, and then start up again for another six months. Chair Wilson noted that there have been no responses to date from Task Force members that they would not be available to continue. Commissioner Kuester stated that the City has had these issues for a long time, and agreed they need to take time to be thorough. Commissioner Toth asked if the downtown buildings structural feasibility study has been funded. Mr. Clark stated the funding was eliminated from the 2008 budget. Commissioner Toth asked for an update on the parking study. Ms. Mehelich stated that City Council will discuss it on September 17~h. Chair Wilson suggested a work session, possibly joint with the City Council, to discuss possible projects for the upcoming months. Commissioner Toth asked if more information was available on housing rehabilitation grant programs. Ms. Mehelich stated that staff will research the existing programs and provide an update at a future HRA meeting. 3. Consider Consent Agenda MOVED BY COMMISSIONER MOTIN AND SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER TOTH TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS FOLLOWS: 3.1. CONSIDER AUGUST G, 2007 REGULAR MEETING MINUTES 3.2. CHECK REGISTERS 3.3. BALANCE SHEET -JULY 2007 3.4 REVENUE/EXPENDIITURE REPORTS -JULY 2007 3.5 CALL SPECIAL HRA MEETING FOR SEPTEMBER 17, 2007 FOR PRESENTATION OF DOWNTOWN PARKING STUDY. MOTION CARRIED 5-0. C 6. J Consider Facility Use Request for 716 Main Street Ms. Mehelich stated that Chuck Ripka of Pray Elk River has requested temporary use of the 716 Main Street building on Tuesdays from noon to 1:30 p.m. She explained that the group has been meeting at the Elk River Library and they can no longer use the space, since the library staff is using the space for packing to move to the new library. She stated that Mr. Ripka is aware the Arts Alliance may use the 716 Main Street building in the near future.