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Commissioner Huffman commented on how County Road E was being revitalized. He inquired if the developer had considered creating any transportation links between the new development and the remainder of the City. Mr. Lux indicated this would involve working with the transportation department and addressing this perceived problem in order to find an appropriate solution. He stated a transportation hub may address the linkage issue. He was uncertain how involved Metro Transit has been with this group but noted he was very close -to some of their staff members, along with an individual serving on the Met Council. Mr. Lux thanked the JDA for their time and for considering Aiatus as the master developer for the TCAAP site. He hoped the JDA realized this was an experienced team willing and ready to bring its expertise to this project. He reiterated that this project was not just about building buildings. He hoped the JDA could seethe passion Alatus had about the success of this project and that it be inclusive. Chair Sand recessed the meeting at 6:25 p.m. Chair Sand reconvened the meeting at 6:33 p.m. Master Developer Interview — Opus Corp & Pulte Homes (6:45 PM) Chair Sand welcomed Opus Corp and Pulte Homes to the JDA meeting. He requested the JDA members introduce themselves to the Opus and Pulte representatives. The JDA members introduced themselves to the Opus and Pulte representatives. Matt Rauenhorst, Opus, introduced himself to the JDA and discussed how committed Opus was to the success of Rice Creek Commons. He discussed the members of his team, noting Pulte Homes and Eric Padget brought a lot of expertise. Phil Cattanach, stated it was a pleasure to be before the JDA this evening. He commented on the depth of knowledge and expertise within the Opus and Pulte team. He believed this group would bring about a first class, transformative project for the Rice Creek Commons/TCAAP site. He reported he has been reviewing this site for some time and understood this site had a special vision. He was excited to be a part of bringing this vision to life. Eric Padget, Pulte Homes, was excited to be a part of this team. He indicated he has been strategically placing neighborhoods around the TCAAP site. He complimented the City, County and JDA on their vision. Mr. Rauenhorst addressed why the JDA should select his team. He believed the work between the City, County and the master developer was closer to a marriage than a simple transaction. He commented on how his team's expertise was aligned with the vision for the site, which