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July 26, 1993 Dear Mr. Falk: In addition to the application form required (and attached) to make the special changes to our store, I offer this letter to give a more complete understanding of our immediate need to make the changes. Pure Golf opened Lava links in November of 1991 with the idea that the area would support an indoor golfing center. We built the 18 hole putting course, a small golf retail store, an indoor practice driving range and three golf simulators. The driving range and simulators were built in a 2400 square foot basement level. After merely two years of operation it has become very clear this 2400 square foot area has been totally unproductive and demands change. The putting course has done well and continues to do well, but cannot carry the 2400 square feet of dead space. Last year we added snacks and additional game offerings and in the process have begun to reposition ourselves to become identified as a family indoor amusement center. Our putting course uses approximately 11,000 square feet of the 15,000 square feet we are renting. It will remain our center attraction. We would like to build a floor over the lower 2400 square feet, which would give us two levels. The upper area (level with the rest of our park) would become an amusement area offering a variety of skill and arcade games. The lower area would be developed into private party space. In addition, we plan to rent the vacant 1700 plus square feet immediately adjacent to the west side of our store. This new area would be developed into an upscale parlor game clubhouse area offering air hockey, table shuffle, fousball, pool tables, darts and additional private party opportunity. Lava links currently hosts a variety of parties including birthdays, anniversaries, church groups, YMCA groups and business groups. Our existing space is extremely restrictive for the size and number of groups we can accommodate. The additional amusement options and party space should dramatically enhance business. We are currently losing an average of $3000fweek during the summer months (12 - 16 weeks) which we make back up in the fall and winter. There is without a doubt a strong need for wholesome, inexpensive amusement choices. The improvements we are asking for will fill a variety of needs. I can only assure the city that Lava Links will continue to develop quality amusements for all ages and abilities. Our plans require the approval of the City of Roseville. We greatly appreciate your assistance and look forward to the successful change from an indoor golf center to our indoor family amusement center. Sincerely Yours, ,0¿ t1.!f~ Peter A Nasvik