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To both the east and west we have a variety of residential neighbors - mainly mid-rise apartments. These neighbors' biggest concerns are views, traffic and noise. Again we have provided generous setbacks on both sides and designed the buildings so as not to obstruct views. And seniors, of course, are the quietest neighbors, who generate the least amount of traffic. Our single family neighbors to the north want to retain as much open space as possible and want to relate to buildings of the same scale as their own homes. As such we have designed single level Townhomes closest to these homes. Of course we want to provide our new senior residents the opportunity to interact with their new neighbors. As such, we intend to not only provide for walking paths around the Arona site, but to link these paths with the surrounding neighborhoods. This will provide the most direct benefits to businesses in the Hamline Shopping Center and the shops along Snelling Avenue. 7. Our concept would not change drastically if we were to be awarded "designated developer' status for the southern portion of the site. We would develop 242 units of affordable and moderate rate senior housing on this site. We would then like an option to acquire the remaining portion of the site if and when that would come available. If the City were to decide to retain the Activity Center indefinately, we would like to explore the possibility of converting all or a portion of this facility into a senior center. We would also be interested in exploring what types of services might be delivered to our residents from this facility. In any event, our concept and design are flexible enough to adapt to a variety of situations and circumstances. 8. As many of our residents are likely to be mobile, it is important to us to develop a walkway system both around the Arona site and out to the existing neighborhoods. We would anticipate that the pond area on the southeast would make an ideal"resting" or uviewingll spot for our residents who like to stroll. It would be important to provide comfortable park benches with attractive landscaping (especially shade trees or possibly a gazebo given our hot humid summers). We would also plan to add an aerator/fountain feature to the pond to enhance aesthetics and prevent growth of algae. 9. In order to provide for a range of rental/ownership options and a mix of income levels (especially at affordable rent levels), the financial package we have proposed will provide housing for this group. In order to provide a broader range of age levels, (especially when it involves seniors), special attention must be given to security issues. Seniors and families have not mixed well within the same building, however if both design and management are coordinated, it is possible to successfully provide for various age ranges within a site of this size. 10. We have joint ventured with other developers in the past. Any potential joint venture would be dependent on the specific developer, the deal, and the personalities involved. We would consider a joint venture on a case basis.