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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - SEPTEMBER 10, 2007 5 She stated the LBFE requests forgiveness or write-off of the remaining balance of penalties, interest, and fees in the amount of $2,445.88. Ms. Therese Cain, Executive Director Little Brothers - Friends of the Elderly, thanked Council and staff for their support. She stated they have attempted to be good citizens and good members of the lake and the City. She stated they work hard to pay attention to these types of things and take their responsibilities seriously. Finance Director Iverson explained the reasons for the misunderstanding. MOTION: Councilmember Grant moved and Councilmember McClung seconded a motion to approve the request from Little Brothers - Friends of the Elderly to Forgive Penalties, Interest and Fees on 3200 Hamline Avenue N. in Regard to the 2003 PMP Assessment. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). B. Discussion Rel!:ardinl!: Relocation Benefits Community Development Director Barton introduced Mr. Ken He1veg, Relocation Specialist with SRF Consulting, to explain the relocation process. Mr. Helveg explained the process on the mobile/manufactured home acquisition and relocation. He stated that if a home is acquired or required to be moved due to a public project, an owner may be eligible for certain payments and benefits. He explained eligibility criteria, acquisition, what happens if the home is moved, relocation, the move of personal property, fixed payment moving schedule, actual cost of reimbursement, replacement housing costs, last resort housing, and a comparable property analysis. He provided examples of relocations completed in the past five years. CounciImember Holden asked Mr. Helveg to explain "moved" as it is used in this context. Mr. Helveg replied it means taken from Arden Manor and relocated to another park. CounciImember Holden asked about "can or can not" be moved. Mr. Helveg replied this applies to the requirements placed on the home to be moved. CounciImember Holden asked how the age of the manufactured home impacts payments. Mr. Helveg replied that generally a home 20 years old or older is typically acquired as real estate, however it could be moved if its condition permits. This process is discussed with the homeowner prior to making any decision. Mayor Harpstead asked whose choice it is to determine if the home could or could not be moved. Mr. Helveg replied the homeowner would decide. CounciImember Grant questioned what would happen if, in the process of moving the home, it is damaged. Mr. Helveg speculated that the City would be required to acquire that home.