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Councilmember Wise stated the City doesn't have an obligation legally, but he feels it is the right thing to honor the offer. Mayor Ramsey asked if the City needed the easement. City Engineer Himmer stated the easement is not needed. Councilmember Tossey questioned how many other properties have not responded to the letter the City sent in the past. City Engineer Himmer responded that 14 out of the 25 properties have not responded. The payment was $1,500 in 2005 -2006. Mayor Ramsey explained this was an attempt to discover any owners that may have been interested at the time in selling if there was a corridor. Councilmember Backous added the offer was made for the hardship it would cause. After a five - year period, the hardship is gone. Motion by Mayor Ramsey, seconded by Councilmember Backous, to ratify the Public Works Committee recommendation, and not purchase the ditch easement on the property located at 7319 162nd Lane NW. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Mayor Ramsey, Councilmembers Backous, Elvig, Jeffrey, McGlone, Tossey, and Wise. Voting No: None. 7.04: Consider a Resolution to Reorganize the Community Development Department Deputy City Administrator Nelson reviewed the staff report. She noted the planning consulting services can be used as needed, resulting in savings to the City. She suggested an RFP be sent out as soon as possible. Councilmember McGlone asked why the RFP needed to be sent now. Deputy City Administrator Nelson explained there are a number of items coming forward regarding code amendments. Those processes can take up to two to three months. Councilmember Tossey asked whether the Management Intern position would be a paid position. Deputy City Administrator Nelson responded it is part of the 2011 budget at $11/hour from the General Fund. Councilmember Tossey asked what the pay raises would be. Deputy City Administrator Nelson answered it is zero percent for 2012. City Council / February 8, 2011 Page 8 of 10