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Councilmember Tossey cautioned that every home in that neighborhood has some type of porch. <br /> He agreed with the concerns of the roof pitch. <br /> Senior Planner Gladhill suggested a policy be added to the design guideline for a minimum <br /> square footage for a porch. <br /> Mr. Willenbring commented he was one of the first developers in the Ramsey Town Center and <br /> is very familiar with the design guidelines. <br /> Consensus was reached to add a dormer on the front roof, shakes on the dormer, and that stone <br /> should be added to the front. <br /> 3) 2) Initiate 2011 Park's Capital Improvement — Central Park's Parkway <br /> Parks Supervisor Riverblood reviewed the staff report. He noted if the Council reached <br /> consensus to move forward, an acquisition agreement would be written and brought to the <br /> Council for review. <br /> Mayor Ramsey stated it is nearing the end of this construction season but possibly the church can <br /> be approached in another manner next season. <br /> The suggestion of swapping land with the old municipal building was raised in previous <br /> meetings. Councilmember McGlone questioned whether that is still open for discussion. <br /> City Administrator Ulrich responded he was not sure if the church was open to that anymore. He <br /> stated he supports the concept of the large park, and the City could approach the church <br /> regarding that concept <br /> Parks Supervisor Riverblood stated for more than 20 years, this land was identified as <br /> developable. He said if there is no usable solution by spring 2012, there could be congestion in <br /> the area. The City has been actively trying to pursue this. <br /> Mayor Ramsey suggested staff work with the church for a month or so. If no progress is made, <br /> staff should again approach the Council and request that half the construction be done <br /> immediately, and half later. <br /> Parks Supervisor Riverblood noted that performing the construction in that manner could add <br /> $20,000 to the cost. <br /> Consensus was reached to work with the church for the short term and report back. <br /> 4) 4) 2012 General Fund budget <br /> Finance Officer Lund stated the total proposed levy for 2012 is $8,462,283. The 2011 levied <br /> taxes were $8,128,609. The change from 2010 to 2011 is $333,674, which is 4.10 %. The <br /> City Council Work Session / August 30, 2011 <br /> Page 3 of 6 <br />