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Ms. Worthington explained both parties have determined the unknown outcome of the optimization study by the US Army will negatively influence the construction schedule for infrastructure and grading onsite. At this point, the County feels it would be prudent to pause the expenditure of planning and engineering dollars. Staff was not recommending further amendments to the PDA. Ms. Worthington reported from July 31st, Alatus, the County and the JDA have 75 days to negotiate a Master Development Agreement. It was noted contracts will not be pursued with perspective engineer firms. At this time, there was a one year delay in the construction schedule. If progress was not made within the 75 day time period, the PDA could be extinguished by either party. She stated the County Manager would be assigning a lead negotiator in her place. Ms. Worthington commented she has accepted a position with the City of Minneapolis and her last day with the County would be August 18th. She stated the County would be in touch with the JDA when this appointment is made. It was noted Josh Olson would continue in his role with the County and JDA. Commissioner Grant asked if the delay would go beyond 2018. Administrative Director Worthington was uncertain and noted the County would know more after the optimization study was completed in August. She indicated staff would report back to the JDA with further information. Commissioner McClung questioned if the optimization study would actually be done in August. Administrative Director Worthington stated this was the most recent information she had and noted the information would be available by the end of August. She explained that as soon as a draft report was available she would be forwarding this to the JDA. Commissioner Grant commented on the positive progress that was being made on the thumb property. He asked if the thumb property would be delayed with the remainder of the project. Administrative Director Worthington stated this would be determined by the County and if they wanted to sell of this portion separate from the entire acreage. She indicated the thumb property would be ready this fall. Public Hearing None New Business None Communications Administrative Director Olson noted a communications memo from staff.