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Elegance inthe MakingKRM DevelopmentREAD MORE ON PAGE 11

RainscapingREAD MORE ON PAGE 17

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KRM Development’s Twin Eagles in GrangerREAD MORE ON PAGE 10

BELIEVE IT!The City of Granger

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Featuring Center SpreadCollector’s Map of Granger

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325 PINE AVE, NORWALKThis home is available now! It is located in Norwalk, and has many extras such as granite, a covered deck, barrel ceiling, and a fi replace in the dining area. A beautiful home to create your family’s memories in. All these extras and a quality built home. $244,900

308 PINE AVE, NORWALKOver 1900 fi nished sq. ft. in this 4 bedroom 3 bath two story home. Features include a formal dining room, spacious kitchen w/ granite countertops and large pantry, 2nd fl oor laundry, arched doorways, large master bedroom w/private bath and large walk-in closet. This home is 5 star energy rated. $244,900

< FOR SALE! Elite opportunity to own this 2011 “Home With a Heart” and make a diff erence in the lives of the children of Central Iowa. Outstanding home builder, KDC is now partnering with Variety-the Children’s Charity, as proceeds from this home will be donated to Variety. This 3,000+sf Home with a Heart ranch, is a beautiful 4 bedroom, 3 bath, 3 car garage home. Highlights include maple cabinetry, custom built-ins, 9’ ceilings up and down, and a fi nished lower level, including a theater room. $379,900

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Located just minutes north of Des Moines on Highways 141 and 17.

Now Available!Granger Community Center

The Granger Community Center opened in 2010 and can accommodate large groups with its beautiful, spacious events room complete with dance fl oor, a large dining room with a large kitchen

and serving area and six conference rooms of various sizes. The rental fees are very reasonable at $250 for residents and $500 for non-residents. Call Sarah Parkinson 515-999-2275 for availability.

For more information on Granger turn to page 14

Granger City Hall 1906 Main Street | P.O. Box 333 | Granger, IA 50109phone (515) 999-2210 | fax (515) 999-2988

www.grangeriowa.gov

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INSIDE THIS ISSUEKRM Development’s Twin Eagles in Granger ............... 10Elegance in the Making - KRM Development ..............11Collector’s Map of Granger .......................................... 12Believe It! The City of Granger ....................................... 14Rainscaping ......................................................................17Classifi ed Ads ................................................................... 22

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Bring your own builder! $72,500

405 E 12th Ave, IndianolaImmaculate, 3BR, 2400 SF fi n. Formal LR & FR on main level. Lrg Kit & DR.

Rec & 4th BR in LL. $184,900

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lake for entertaining. $283,900

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9400 Lakewood Cir, Norwalk3BR, 2BA, well-maintained split level.

LL family room with wood-burning fi replace. On a quiet cul-de-sac.

$169,000

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7551 Bloomfi eld Rd, Des Moines Acreage on pavement! 2BR on main & 2 non-conforming in LL. Updated Kitchen, 3 car garage, easy bypass

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Artist rendering only. Not actual plan and subject to change without notice. Plans may be shown with optional upgrades.

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First Floor

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2 Story Style Setter PlanTotal Above Grade Living: 1,631 sq. ft.

Brandon Patterson: [email protected]

1300 50th St. Suite 106 • West Des Moines, IA 50266 • 515-222-1347 • www.PeoplesCompany.com

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1039 Sunset DriveNorwalk, IA 50211

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2420 SE Stone Prairie Drive, Waukee:$209,900 Listing #1710Ground Breaker Homes 2 Story Style Setter Plan currently under construction in Waukee’s Stone Prairie development! Near schools, parks, trails, and more! Call now to add your custom touches!

2065 NW 155th Street, Clive: $212,000 Listing/DYO #471This Country Club West home offers 3 bedrooms, upgraded fl ooring, granite in the kitchen and a fi nished basement! It is near Waukee schools, trails, parks and easy access to the metro!

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LISTING #1650807 E. Scenic Valley Ct., Indianola, IA

Gorgeous new construction ranch with open fl oor plan. Walk into spacious great room with gas fi replace. Master bath includes large walk in closet and master bath with dual vanities, soaking tub and separate shower! Large laundry/mud room on fi rst fl oor with sink and cabinets. Super energy effi cient with heat pump and extra insulation makes utilities very affordable! Also features: hardwood fl oors throughout entry/kitchen/dining area, tile, dark stained cabinets and painted trim for Pottery Barn look, large patio, Pella windows, hardiplank siding and stone exterior, three car garage, tax abatement, and much more!

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· 1707 Ironwood Drive, Granger· 1609 Ironwood Drive, Granger

Now under construction 3 bedroom ranch home. 2 full baths. Over 1400 SF of total living area. Gorgeous kitchen with granite countertops, hardwood floors and stainless steel appliances. Sun filled eat in area with access to a 12 x 12 deck. Open floor plan with vaulted ceiling in kitchen, great room and master bedroom. Stunning stone fireplace in great room adds to the warmth of this home. Tile in baths. First floor laundry. Full sod. 3 car attached garage. The lower level is stubbed for another bath which allows endless possibilities. Call today for a showing! Other plans available.

KRM Developmentis currently building two beautifulranch homes in Twin Eagles Point!

Amanda Mickelsen3424 E.P. True PKWYWest Des Moines, IA 50265

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Beautiful neighborhood. Large homesites. Minutes from Des Moines. May qualify for 100% financing through USDA - Rural Development. 17 homesites to choose from. Walkout, daylight and flat. Starting at $34,900.

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KRM maintains a steady presence in Granger, Grimes, Johnston, Urbandale and Clive.

KRM Development, LLC.5105 Waterfront Ct.Pleasant Hill, IA 50327 ph: [email protected]

ELEGANCEI N T H E M A K I N G

Purchasing a KRM Development home is a unique and exciting experience. We pride ourselves on understanding our customer’s needs. From personalizing your new home’s design to selecting the finishing touches, everything we do is built around you. We are not just creating a house but creating your dream home! We will be there for you every step of the way, making it easy and stress free.

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A: Action Plan and Zoning

In 2008, the City of Granger and the Granger Economic Development Association unveiled a new logo with the tagline—“Believe It.” And now, in 2011, the city is seeing its beliefs and dreams realized.

“We are beginning a lot of exciting development focused on sustainability and preserving nature and recreational areas,” Granger Mayor Tom Schenk said.

The city has added 80 acres to the northwest along Highway 141 for residential purposes, implemented a new sidewalk program, began the construction of a walking/biking trail, created a community center space, acquired a building site for a larger library and put in a new $2.5 million water plant that is designed to accommodate growth as the population increases.

“We are evaluating the promotion of sustainability practices such as providing homeowners incentives to utilize rain barrels and rain gardens as well as changing codes and city ordinances to encourage low-impact building,” Schenk said

Believe it!The City of Granger grows and develops with sustainability and recreation in the forefront.

“The Granger Economic Development Association wanted the city’s logo to celebrate Granger’s rich history but also look toward Granger’s future,” Schenk said. “‘The new logo illustrates our tie to agriculture and the surrounding community as well as our bright future.”

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William J. Ludwig and Associates is currently assisting the city by updating Granger’s Development Action Plan.

Ludwig has led town planning and land development in metropolitan Des Moines for over 30 years. He has master planned developments such as West Lakes and Glen Oaks and his “action planning” in Waukee’s Alice’s Road and Ankeny’s Prairie Trail have guided long-range growth in Des Moines and he is continuing the tradition in Granger.

“The city’s comprehensive study and action plan update sets a course for 10-15 year growth,” said Ludwig.

Granger’s Action Plan calls for assessing the current zoning (A) of Granger and its surrounding area, a community center recreation area (B), library (C), public safety facility (D), sustainable neighborhood (E) and an updated town center (F).

FASTEST GROWING Percentage

The top 10 2010 change

communities in Iowa population from 2000

1 Waukee 13,790 169.0% 2 North Liberty 13,374 149.2% 3 Fairfax 2,123 138.8% 4 Shueyville 577 130.8% 5 Cumming 351 116.7% 6 Granger 1,244 113.4% 7 Peosta 1,377 111.5% 8 Bondurant 3,860 109.1% 9 Johnston 17,278 99.8% 10 Tiffi n 1,947 99.7%

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The top 10 2010 change

communities in Iowa population from 2000

1 Waukee 13,790 169.0% 2 Cumming 351 116.7% 3 Granger 1,244 113.4% 4 Bondurant 3,860 109.1% 5 Johnston 17,278 99.8% 6 Pleasant Hill 8,785 73.3% 7 Ankeny 45,582 68.1% 8 Grimes 8,246 61.8% 9 Polk City 3,418 45.8% 10 Runnells 507 44.0% 11 Altoona 14,541 40.6% 12 Urbandale 39,463 35.7%Source: U.S. Census Bureau estimates

Sustainable NeighborhoodThe proposed sustainable residential neighborhood provides a variety of housing price points in a park-like setting of greenbelt open-space trails, maintaining Granger’s goal of utilizing the land for recreational use. These greenbelts are located in natural drainage patterns. The intent is to contain as much as 75% of the runoff typical with development. Bioswales, rain gardens, storm water detention ponds and permeable paving will assist in achieving these goals.

The housing types include: large-lot single family homes, small-lot homes, upscale townhomes, young-family townhomes, senior-duplex townhomes and assisted living and various rental apartments.

A variety of sustainable practices will be evaluated for residential uses including: geothermal heating/cooling, solar domestic hot water, wind supplementary and permeable paving.

“Where we are developing and how we are developing these parcels turns a problem area into a positive living environment for the whole town,” Ludwig said.

William J. Ludwig and Associates, Ltd.1444 NW 124th Court | Des Moines, Iowa 50325

515-273-1111 | [email protected]

“Granger’s growth projections have and will predict building,” Ludwig said. “Granger is third in the metro for population increase and sixth in Iowa.” Initial development talks began in 2004 when Granger saw a 75% increase in residents.

E: Sustainable Neighborhood

We want Granger to be a part of the growth… not let growth overtake Granger. Mayor Tom Schenk

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For developing Granger’s town center surrounding the Oxley Creek corridor, the city enlisted Jennifer Welch and Zach DeYoung of the Polk County Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD) along with a local advisory board to assess the watershed and utilize a natural resource-based planning process for the area.

By using a natural resource-based planning process, communities can retain an interconnected network of waterways, wetlands, prairies, woodlands, wildlife habitats, and natural areas. If not protected during development, these areas and their functions are lost.

“We want to achieve a usable watershed and a watershed that is good for the future of Granger,” Welch said.

The team fi rst conducted a watershed assessment of Oxley Creek to look at it holistically.

“We looked at the issues—stream stability, fl ooding potential, etc.—and how we can address these issues and what we can incorporate into the area through low-impact development strategies,” Welch said.

B: Community Center Recreation Area

Illustrations submitted by William J. Ludwig & Associates LTD.

D: Public Safety Facility

C: Library

“We have acquired land for our future library and are in the beginning stages of development,” Schenk said.

F: Town Center

“For example,” Welch continues, “if through the assessment we fi nd an area that often fl oods we will not promote building on it. Rather we might suggest a park would be better there.”

Indeed, Granger plans to turn much of the Oxley Creek waterway into park and trails.

“We want it to be jewel for the city with a trail system that runs alongside it to connect all of our parks and walk bridges throughout the community,” Schenk said.

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lots and residential areas where soils don’t adequately percolate. They are planted with species that can tolerate a wide range of moisture conditions. Native plants are encouraged because they are deep rooted. They help maintain soil quality and good percolation.

PERMEABLE PAVEMENT SYSTEMS Roads, parking lots, and driveways account for over 60% of impervious surfaces in urban areas. Consequently, pavement is the largest generator of stormwater runoff. Pervious pavement allows water to infi ltrate into layers of rock placed below the pavement and then into surrounding soils. A perforated drain pipe is installed in the rock chamber. If surrounding soils won’t allow water to percolate, water will move to the drain pipe and be slowly discharged. The movement of water through the rock and soil helps fi lter out pollutants, maintain stable stream fl ows and can reduce fl ood potential.

There are multiple types of permeable pavement:• Permeable paver blocks • Porous asphalt • Pervious concrete • Grass pave systems • Gravel pave systems

RAINGARDENSSpongy soil is the secret to most Rainscaping practices, including the rain garden. When deciding where your rain garden goes, place it so it will intercept and capture runoff water, at least 10 feet from foundations.

BIOSWALESBioswales are vegetated paths installed as an alternative to underground storm sewers. The bioswale is engineered so runoff from frequent, small rains infi ltrate into the soil below. When larger storms occur, bioswales slow the fl ow of runoff while using above ground vegetation to fi lter and clean the runoff before it ends up in the local stream.

BIORETENTION CELLSBioretention involves the capture and infi ltration of stormwater runoff from impervious surfaces to reduce water pollution and stabilize stream fl ows. Bioretention cells can be used in most settings including parking

RainscapingRainscapingInformation provided by Rainscaping Iowa

Granger is using urban stormwater management practices to protect water quality and reduce runoff.

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515-222-1347 • www.PeoplesCompany.com1300 50th St. Suite 106 • West Des Moines, IA 50266

#1530 Norwalk20.0 Acres $165,000

#1516 St. Marys63.5 Acres $190,680

#1552 Prole222.0 Acres $650,000

#1755 Martensdale55.0 Acres $536,250

#1665 Fox Run, IndianolaTwo Lots At $25,000 Each

#1531 Indianola23.5 Acres $179,000

#1780 Martensdale80.0 Acres $400,000

#1760 Clive111.0 Acres $3,052,500

#1765 Osceola1.8 Acres $100,000

LAND LISTINGS

Steve BruerePh: 515-222-1347Cell: 515-240-7500

[email protected]

PEOPLES COMPANY

FEATURED LISTING#1725: Painted Woods in WaukeeLot Sizes Beginning At: 15,500Prices Starting At: $65,900Large, wooded lots in the prestigious Painted Woods development. Choose from a variety of walk-outs, daylights, and standard lots. Painted Woods offers the best of both worlds with a country feel and great access to the city. Easy access to I-80 and minutes from West Des Moines. Large, established trees.

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#1544 Bondurant7.2 Acres $653,294




#1370 CummingLots Start at: 3.04 Acres $39,000


#1744 Van Meter40.0 Acres $360,000

#1687 Afton63.8 Acres $146,809

#1132 Osceola80.0 Acres $184,000

LAND LISTINGS

PEOPLES COMPANY

FEATURED LISTING#1626: Stone Prairie in WaukeeLot Sizes Beginning At: 8,371Prices Starting At: $41,500Perfect location for a plat in Waukee, Iowa’s fastest growing community. Conveniently located across the street from school, close to high school and all Waukee amenities! Lots will not last long.


#1705 Fraser45.2 Acres $180,800


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IPE 1031 • 1922 INGERSOLL AVENUE • DES MOINES, IOWA 50309515.279.1111 • 888.226.0400 • FAX 515.279.8788 • WWW.IPE1031.COM

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Custom Home Building and Remodeling on Rural Acreages

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As your local builder, we work closely with you to design and build a custom home that meets your unique needs, including Aging in Place.Choose from our over 1700 fl oor plans or bring in your own sketches. Our Designers will listen to what you want to do and design or modify plans to satisfy you. We are a true design/build fi rm.

We build acreage homes and do purpose driven remodeling in fi ve central Iowa counties: Polk, Warren, Madison, Dallas and Jasper.Our “Emerald Touch” combines exquisite detail, energyand water effi ciency, and premium air quality to deliver you a home with comfort and style.


Andrew Westlake: 515-771-75881300 50th St. Suite 106 . West Des Moines, IA 50266515-222-1347 . www.PeoplesManagementGroup.com

PEOPLES MANAGEMENT GROUP (PMG)provides comprehensive property management services including:

GENERAL PROPERTY MANAGEMENTfor most types of income producing assets

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FOR ADVERTISING INFORMATION CALL Rachel Delzell: 866-839-3353

[email protected]

C L A S S I F I E D A D S

NORWALK

325 Pine Avenue $244,900This home has many extras such as granite, a covered deck, barrel ceiling, and a fi replace in the dining area. A beautiful home to create your family’s memories in. All these extras and a quality built home.

Mike Inman515-975-6800www.kdcbuilt.com

PLEASANT HILL

326 Christie Lane $157,400This is a must see 3 bedroom ranch home with over 1800 fi nished sq. ft. in a quiet Pleasant Hill neighborhood! Living room is very large and open. Kitchen has black appliances that stay with home. Walkout lower level with 900 fi nished sq. ft.

Debbie Marmon, REALTOR®515-490-9002www.MarmonTeam.com

URBANDALECLIVE

4428 NW 167th $389,900This beautiful walkout ranch has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and features a spacious kitchen with granite and stainless appliances. Finished lower level features huge family room, workout/offi ce space, theatre room, wet bar, and walkout to patio and trees! Well desired neighborhood in Waukee school district.Heidi Cooper515-453-5918www.IowaRealty.com

NORWALK

317 Hawthorne Drive $254,900This beautiful 4 bedroom home in The Legacy community features an open fl oor plan with lots of counter space, tucked in eating area, neutral decor, Knotty Aldar doors and trim. 4 bedrooms upstairs with large master, huge master bath, huge jacuzzi tub, plus entry to second fl oor laundry.Jon Niemeyer515-490-4675www.DarwinSmithRealty.com

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Kim Layland, REALTOR®515-669-4999www.kimlayland.com

405 E. 12th Avenue $184,900Immaculate, 3 bedroom, 2400 sq. ft. fi nished. Formal living room on the main level. Large kitchen and dining room. Rec. room and 4th bedroom on lower level.

INDIANOLA

1707 Ironwood Drive $207,500Now under construction, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, ranch home. Over 1400 sq. ft. of total living area. Gorgeous kitchen with granite countertops, hardwood fl oors and stainless steel appliances. Open fl oor plan with vaulted ceiling in kitchen, great room and master bedroom. Stone fi replace in great room.Amanda Mickelsen515-321-3123www.IowaRealty.com

GRANGER DES MOINES

4311 125th Street $209,900This home is located on a quiet street, close to Webster Elementary School. Over 2200 sq. ft. fi nished. 3 bedrooms, 3 baths. Eat-in kitchen with laminate fl oors, stainless steel appliances and a pantry. Second fl oor laundry, huge master suite with walk in closet. Lower level fi nish includes large family room and private offi ce.Kim Layland, REALTOR®515-669-4999www.kimlayland.com

American Dream Realty

Edie Hindman, REALTOR®515-306-6800www.MarmonTeam.com

7551 Bloomfi eld Road $169,900Acreage on pavement! 2 bedrooms on main and 2 non-conforming in lower level. Updated kitchen, 3 car garage, easy bypass access.

American Dream Realty

FEATURED PROPERTIES SOUTH OF GRAND ESTATES

Beautiful wooded lots in Des Moines’ prestigious

South of Grand neighborhood. If you are looking

to build South of Grand, this is where you must be. Near grocery

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access to freeway. Prime location for anyone working on Ingersoll

or in Downtown Des Moines. Custom built homes by Kaufman

Construction in South of Grand Estates. Lots starting at $135,000 or

call for a quote for a custom built home through Kaufman Construction.

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4328 N. Dawson Ave. • Cumming, IA 50061Phone / 515.981.9352 • Fax / 515.981.9356

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Lots Starting At

$98,010

Contact Steve Bruere for lot sales,[email protected] 515-240-7500.

OAK CREEKIN GRANGER

Lot Size Type PricePl 1-Lt 1 2.0 Ac Retail/Offi ce $261,360Pl 1-Lt 2 8.0 Ac Retail/Grocery $609,840 Pl 1-Lt 3 1.5 Ac Retail/Offi ce $147,015Pl 1-Lt 4 1.6 Ac Retail/Bank Lot $156,816Pl 1-Lt 5 1.0 Ac Retail $98,010Pl 2-Lt 1 1.6 Ac Offi ce $139,392Pl 2-Lt 2 2.2 Ac Retail/Offi ce $239,580Pl 2-Lt 3 1.6 Ac Offi ce $174,240Pl 2-Lt 4 1.4 Ac Offi ce/Lt Indust. $106,722Pl 2-Lt 5 3.0 Ac Lt Indust./Offi ce $228,690Pl 2-Lt 6 3.8 Ac Lt Indust./Warehouse $248,292Pl 2-Lt 7 1.7 Ac Lt Indust./Warehouse $129,591Pl 2-Lt 8 1.9 Ac Lt Indust./Warehouse $206,910Pl 3-Lt 1 2.7 Ac Retail/Conv. Store $382,239Pl 3-Lt 2 4.0 Ac Retail $522,720Pl 3-Lt 3 1.9 Ac Retail/Offi ce $248,292Pl 3-Lt 4 2.5 Ac Retail/Offi ce $326,700Pl 3-Lt 5 1.5 Ac Retail/Offi ce $179,685Pl 3-Lt 6 1.5 Ac Retail/Offi ce $196,020

Listing #1295

The Oak Creek Development is a professional, upscale development located in the steadily growing city of Granger, IA, at the intersection of Hwy. 141 and Hwy. 17. Conveniently situated less than 9 miles north of I-80 the Oak Creek Development gives businesses and companies excellent 4 lane access and visibility via Hwy 141 which has daily traffi c counts of 15,100 vehicles per day and Hwy 17 which has daily traffi c counts of 5000 vehicles per day (US DOT 2004). Preliminary plans have lots ranging in size from 1 to 8 acres, however the owners would entertain larger or smaller lots for the right use. Potential uses include Retail, Offi ce, Light Industrial, Warehousing, Outside Storage and Mini Storage. Land lease options may be available along with build-to-suit sites and build-to-suit options for qualifi ed tenants. Existing companies include Barr Nunn Transportation and US Post Offi ce.

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