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f. Main Street Property Services: Battenberg informed the committee that the consulting services agreement with Main Street Property Services (MSPS) will expire on June 30, 2010. Staff is currently working with MSPS to complete the latest round of outreach materials for the "We Are San Leandro" campaign. g. Lowes: Sims informed the Committee that Peterson Tractor has been looking to relocate to a modern facility in Livermore for many years, but has been unable make the move financially feasible without selling its San Leandro property. Lowes has been interested in opening a store in San Leandro for approximately 10 .years, and has looked at the Peterson site, however they would need to partner with another. retailer or developer as the parcel is much too large to develop as just a Lowes store. 2. Update on the Commercial Facade Improvement Program Development Specialist Ricard explained that in March 2009 the Committee recommended increasing the Agency contribution of Commercial Facade Improvement Program to better meet the needs of businesses during the economic slowdown. The program reimbursement was increased from 50% to 75% of the total project cost, the $50,000 maximum Agency contribution was not increased. Ricard explained that this increase which has been very beneficial in encouraging businesses to participate in the program. With businesses such as Liberty Tax, DC Dance, Mike's Feed and Pets, Palma Plaza, Ridge Foundry and the Best Building at various stages of design or construction due to the 75% Agency contribution. The increased Agency contribution is set to expire on June 30, 2010 but due to the economy and the increased participation created by altering the program staff is recommending extending the 75% contribution until December 31St The Committee directed staff to extend the increased agency contribution of 75% of the total project cost for all Commercial Rehabilitation Program projects through December 31, 2010. 3. Chamber of Commerce Quarterly Report - January/February/March 2010 Mr. Johnson provided the Committee with the Chamber's quarterly report (see attached memorandum). He spoke appreciatively about the City and Chamber's partnership in these efforts particularly with the Careers in Industrial Technology. The Committee. discussed the syllabus and industries to be targeted in the Careers in Industrial Technology. Mr. Johnson answered questions regarding the Chamber's outreach with new and existing businesses, explaining that the Ambassador Program has been reworked and expanded in order to better perform this outreach function.