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City Council Meeting Minutes September 15, 2015 Page 13 of 19 project include a fire sprinkling system, siding and windows. He presented slides of the project, which included historic photos of the grain elevator, the mitigation work on the warehouse, the excavations and foundation work and the grain bins rehabilitation. He reviewed the future scope of work. He thanked the Mayor, Council and staff for their support of the project. PUBLIC COMMENT Michael Menaker, 1827 W. Choke Cherry Drive, Louisville, CO felt the project should be completed in an exemplary fashion. He stated there is $900,000 in the Historic Preservation Fund and suggested the Council fund all or most of the restoration of the grain elevator out of this fund. COUNCIL COMMENT Mayor Muckle inquired about the project timing for the rest of the site. Mr. Hartronft explained they have an active excavation project, but have applied for a permit for the east side of the grain elevator. After the closing they begin the addition to the grain elevator. They are looking for the signature tenant, which they believe will a restaurant on the west end of the new building. Once there is a commitment, they will begin construction on Lot 3. They have revised structural engineering plans, which have been submitted to the building division, which will require a one -month review. They may have to request an extension on the October 21st deadline. Mayor Muckle asked for the deadline for applying for a History Colorado grant. Economic Development Director DeJong stated it is in the fall, around October 1st. Council member Loo inquired if the City would continue to apply for grants. Economic Development Director DeJong stated staff had not intended to. Mayor Muckle felt the City should continue to apply for grants. Council member Loo asked if there were reasons stated for the rejections. Mayor Muckle explained History Colorado assists applicant's package their application, however it is reviewed by an independent agency. He stated it was probably too complicated for the reviewers to understand the public /private partnership. He felt more information and clarification might be necessary. Council member Loo inquired whether a specific target should be identified. Mayor Muckle stated they were less concerned with the additions. They look at projects, which provide educational opportunities. Council member Stolzmann felt Council should facilitate the closing as soon as possible so the applicants can market the property. She also felt the grants should be pursued. 31