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Another concern with SWWB was the lack of Highway corridor background. Most of the work that they have done were small downtown corridor projects. Commissioner Nelson noted that from the proposals presented on October 24th he favored i BRW since they were very familiar with Mounds View and the Corridor but that their proposal was weak in consensus building. Commissioner Nelson also noted that SRF's proposal was very easy to understand and he liked the fact that they were open with regards to what was expected of staff in the process. Coordinator Bennett felt there are areas of SRF's proposal that are not needed such as Springstead Financial Analysis since this is the City's consulting firm anyway. In addition, there are other areas that could be negotiated in price. Coordinator Bennett recommended a price not to exceed $25,000 would be sufficient for a study of this size. Commissioner Sjoberg suggested that we even try to reduce the cost closer to $20,000 since most of the cost in based on time spent by those that have an hourly rate. He noted that this is always negotiable. Coordinator Bennett noted that she would strive between $20,000 and $25,000 but that we would not want to recommend a low amount and have to go back to the EDA and request more funds to complete the project. Motion/Second: Nelson/Carlson moved to recommend SRF Consulting Group, Inc. to the EDA and recommend them to allow staff to negotiate and award a contract for the study of Highway 10, Section 9 for an amount not to exceed $25,000 from available tax increment funds. Motion Carried 6 ayes 0 nays 6. Reports From Chair, Commissioners and Staff: • 7. Adjournment There being no further business before the Commission, this meeting of the Economic Development Commission adjourned at 9:05 a.m. Respectfully Submitted, , t i� Economic II-velopment Coordinator • , „ , . _ u 1.i. ' y : d ,_ • 2