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Chair Wicklund supported staff adding this question to the RFI. Commissioner Weber indicated district energy was important to him and he wanted to see this move forward. Commissioner Monson explained she wanted to see district energy called out to ensure developers understand this was a requirement and that feedback would be helpful. Director Mitchell noted district energy was mentioned on Page 6 and was addressed within the sustainability guidelines. She suggested a sentence be written into the RFI that encourages developers to read the supporting documents, which would include the Sustainability Guidelines. Commissioner Monson suggested further language be written into the RFI that addresses how the developers will create foot traffic. Director Mitchell stated she could draft language to address this matter. Commissioner McGuire supported this recommendation noting she wanted to see this development becoming a walkable community. Commissioner Jebens-Singh recommended the language speak to all levels of accessibility and not just walking. Commissioner Monson inquired if the JDA would be able to speak to the developers who respond to the RFI in person. She commented she was interested in speaking with a developer that has a unique vision for this property. She suggested this be a recommendation but not a requirement. She recommended the City use its channels to advertise the RFI. Chair Wicklund questioned how fast the RFI would be put out the door. Director Mitchell indicated she was confident the RFI could be put out prior to the next JDA meeting. Chair Wicklund stated if this was the case, he would like the JDA to receive an update on the RFI process at the October JDA meeting. He discussed how this project moved from 10% to 20% affordable units as well as moving from 1,460 to 1,900 housing units. He understood the pace of the development may not feel great for everyone, but stated the JDA would continue to move this project forward. Motion by Commissioner Jebens-Singh seconded by Commissioner Weber to approve Request for Information as amended. Motion carried. c. Discuss Community Engagement Proposal Director Mitchell stated there was a discussion at the August JDA meeting about organizing digital informational sessions instead of an in-person community event this fall. Some of the advantages of an online format include more accessibility to residents, less time commitment