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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—MARCH 14, 2016 2 <br /> the metro area. He discussed how NYFS is partnering with the school districts and youth in <br /> distress to improve this situation. <br /> Mr. Hromatka described in detail how the City's support benefits Arden Hills' residents and <br /> noted that over 45 families were assisted in 2015. He provided an overview of the trends within <br /> the community. He explained how NYFS is working to address isolation and trauma, while also <br /> improving community connections. The numerous partnerships that have been forged by NYFS <br /> were discussed. He stated that he appreciated the City's continued support and discussed how <br /> NYFS is working to enhance its fundraising culture, while continuing to be good stewards of the <br /> City's money. <br /> Miriam Ward, Arden Hills NYFS representative, explained that she has served on the NYFS <br /> board for the past three years. She stated that she enjoys her service and is proud of the City of <br /> Arden Hills. She reported that 2016 is NYFS's 40th Anniversary. She appreciated the fact that <br /> Land O'Lakes has stepped forward and taken a seat on the NYFS board. She is pleased by the <br /> fact that Deluxe is also interested in getting more involved in NYFS. She invited the City Council <br /> to participate in the Leadership Luncheon on May 4th and the Mayor's Golf Challenge on June <br /> 13th <br /> Mayor Grant thanked Ms. Ward for her service on NYFS. He appreciated the thorough <br /> presentation from Mr. Hromatka as well. <br /> Councilmember Holden asked if NYFS was starting to see increased payments from health <br /> insurance providers given the fact that more people now have health insurance. <br /> Mr. Hromatka explained that he is seeing that more people have health insurance; however their <br /> deductibles are quite high so he is working on a grant to assist with offsetting those payments. <br /> Councilmember Holden encouraged Ms. Ward to draft an article for the City newsletter to <br /> inform the public of the great work being done by NYFS. <br /> 4. STAFF COMMENTS <br /> A. Rice Creek Commons (TCAAP) and Joint Development Authority Update <br /> Community Development Director Hutmacher stated that responses to the Solicitation for <br /> Master Developer were due on Wednesday, March 9, 2016. Four proposals were received <br /> representing partnerships as follows: <br /> • Alatus, LLC <br /> • Kraus-Anderson and Elion Partners <br /> • Opus Development Company, LLC and Pulte Homes <br /> • Ryan Companies and Lennar Corporation <br /> Community Development Director Hutmacher indicated that copies of the responses have been <br /> distributed to the Solicitation Review Committee. Other than the names of the respondents, the <br />