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OUN,-16'98(TUE) 17:03 ******************** TEL:612 421 9811 P, 002 action is needed to determine the location of the building. Councilmember Beahen indicated that she would like to see it stay in its current location, Motion by Councilmember Beahen and seconded by Councilmember Haas Steffen to determine that the building will remain in its present location. · Councilmember Beyer stated while she will vote in support of the motion she would prefer to have the building relocated to a place that would be more safe for ciffldren and provide adequate parking, Councilmember Haas Steffen explained lhat relocating to a new site could provide for a larger lot with parking and a garden, etc. But when you consider this is the only public building in Ramsey that is eligible to be on the State and National Historical Registry, then you need to leave the building in tiffs location. She supported using this building in such a way as to attract the public and children and keep the history of the City. Counailmember Zimmerman asked if the City would be obligated to spend tax money on the building once it is determined if it should stay and asked how much has been spent so far. He stated the former administrator had indicated that it could cost over $100,000 to get the building in shape and he would oppose that type of expenditure of tax dollars. Couneilmember Zimmerman stated that this may be a good project for a group to undertake but as for Ramsey tax dollars, he is not sure. Couneilmember Haas Steffen pointed out that residents would not have to be the only contributor since there is a possibility of grant funds if the building is under the ownership of the City of Ramsey which undergoes an annual audit. She indicated there are grants available to help with renovation and suggested staff talk to Dale Winch of Anoka County regarding the letter of understanding passed while she served on the County Board which deals with buildings the County supported to go on the National and State Historical Registry. Councilmember Haas Steffen stated that she would like to learn if there is any obligation on the County of A.uoka. She pointed out this would also be tax payers dollars but that is who pays to keep historical buildings. Councilmember Zimmerman made comments about the Anoka/Champlin bridge which is also a historical feature. Motion Carded. Voting Yes: Mayor Cramec, Council_members Beahen, Haas Steffen, and Beyer. Voting No: Couneilmember Zimmerman. Case#9: Adopt Ordinance Extending the Term of the Residential Development Moratorium of Sensitive Areas Motion by Councilmember Haas Steffen and seconded by Counc'flmember Beyer to adopt Ordinance ~t98-__ extending the moratorium on the rezoning and subdividing of land on certain parcels of land within the City ofRamsey, Anoka County, Minnesota. City Council/June 9, 1998 Page 20 of 27 I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I