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b. Consider Professional Services Contract with SEH, Inc. Mr. Trudgeon summarized the professional services contract with Short Elliot Hendrickson (SEH), Inc. explaining that the contract would run through February 28, 2008 to allow Mr. Michael Darrow to assist Mr. Trudgeon in his transition to Roseville Housing and Redevelopment Authority (RHRA) Executive Director. Mr. Trudgeon noted that the rate charged by SEH, Inc. would increase to $120/hour after March 1, 2008 (from the current rate of $60/hour). Motion: Member Pust moved, seconded by Member Maschka, to approve entering into an agreement with SEH, Inc. for the professional services of Mr. Michael Darrow to assist the RHRA and the Community Development Director, in RHRA activities and programs until February 28, 2008 at rate of $60/hour. Ayes: 7 Nays: 0 Motion carried. 9. Information Reports & Other Business (Verbal Reports by Staff and Board Members): c. Discuss Aeon Sketch Plan Proposal for Har Mar Apartments Mr. Trudgeon introduced Maureen Michalski, Project Manager for Aeon, to present their sketch plan proposal for the redevelopment of Har Mar Apartments. Ms. Michalski explained that the project would proceed in two phases; the first phase being the rehabilitation units in the existing buildings while the second phase would consist of the construction of a new 50-unit building. Ms. Michalski noted that Aeon's goal is to preserve workforce housing while incorporating green building elements and improvements to enhance curb appeal. Ms. Michalski noted that the project did not receive funding in the 2007 Minnesota Housing Finance Agency (MHFA) tax credit round. She indicated that Aeon plans to reapply for funding in June of this year. Ms. Michalski also noted that the city of Roseville was awarded funds for this project by the Metropolitan Council: Livable Communities Demonstration Account (LCDA) funds in the amount of $305,000 as well as Metropolitan Council Tax Base Revitalization Account (TBRA) funds in the amount of $123,000. Ms. Michalski noted that the Metropolitan Council considers the Har Mar Apartment project a model for this type of redevelopment. Ms. Michalski pointed out that Roseville's investment demonstrates support ofthe project and allows Aeon to leverage funding from additional sources. Ms. Michalski indicated that the city's contribution represents approximately 2% of the budget for first phase of the project. Member Maschka indicated that the RHRA has set aside funds for this project through two budget cycles, and it may not be able to keep holding the funds in their budget for the Har Mar Apartment redevelopment without the project moving forward. Member Maschka noted that the RHRA would like to see the project move forward and offered Aeon assistance to work toward that goal. The board members agreed that they would be available to attend meetings to demonstrate support for the project.