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conduct a final review. He stated they want the opportunity for further review, have been working closely with the developer, and have a strong comfort level. Councihnember Cook stated he is very excited about this project since he has been watching the PACT School and knows they have a unique way of looking at education and parent involvement. He stated this has gone beyond being an experiment and to something that has worked well in Anoka County so he is happy to see them in a permanent place in Ramsey. Assistant Community Development Director Trudgeon noted the copy of the Secondary Development Agreement, Section 1, Item 4, which obligates them to the agreement. He stated that the rest of the document is the normal boilerplate agreement. He stated if the Council approves the site plan, a contingency will be for them to enter into this development agreement. He noted there was reference to the land across the street being used for recreational space by the school, lie stated the school certainly needs recreational space but the question is whether the City should accept that as park and give credit for it. He advised that issue will be discussed over the next month. Assistant Public Works Director Olson stated another issue is who owns the property. He suggested a contingency be added to enter into an agreement with regard to the use of that open space. Mayor Gamec stated with other schools, the school owns the park and is responsible for the upkeep. He stated his willingness to discuss it further but preferred that it remain under the control of the PACT School. Assistant Public Works Director Olson asked that the development agreement be amended to add: "g. Contingent upon entering into an agreement with the City for use of and maintenance of the open space on the west side of Peridot Street." The motion should also reference the letter identified as part of the final plat since it specifically relates to these improvements that are required by the developer. City Attorney Goodrich stated Assistant Public Works Director Olson wants to make absolutely certain that the City is not responsible for the construction of Peridot Street. So, he is recommending that letter dated September 23, 2003, addressed to Ramey Town Center LLC, identifying scope of services and cost estimates be included. City Attorney Goodrich noted that Councilmember Kurak did not return to the Council dais to participate in the discussion of this case. He explained that because of this letter, it affects the entire Town Center tract that the Kurak family owns. He noted that Councilmember Kurak did not realize that when she previously indicated that she would participate in this case. Thus, she has decided to abstain from discussion on the PACT School. Councilmember Cook asked if the agreement is part of the consideration tonight. City Council/September 23, 2003 Page 30 of 41