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The Council acknowledged the information submitted by Councilmember Wise relating to <br />whether fire suppression would be required for either proposed use, which will be researched by <br />staff between first and second reading. <br />Motion by Councilmember Elvig, seconded by Councilmember McGlone, to introduce an <br />Ordinance to Remove Minnesota Building Code Chapter 1306 from the Ramsey City Code. <br />Motion carried. Voting Yes: Mayor Ramsey, Councilmembers Elvig, McGlone, Backous, <br />Strommen, Tossey, and Wise. Voting No: None. <br />7.02: Consider Approving the Feasibility Study for the Realignment of Sunwood Drive, <br />and Ordering the Preparation of Plans and Specifications <br />Councilmember Wise recused himself at 7:08 p.m. due to a potential conflict of interest. <br />City Engineer Himmer reviewed the staff report and answered the City Council's questions <br />about the efforts of Landform and WSB & Associates. <br />Public Works Director Olson explained why Sunwood Drive is being moved to create an <br />interchange with adequate separation between the rail track and bottom of the bridge. <br />City Engineer Himmer presented details of the three funding options. <br />City Administrator Ulrich indicated that regardless of funding, the plans will have a "shelf life" <br />of several years and is an important component for the interchange design. He described the <br />future interchange and importance of moving forward so the plans are in place. It was <br />acknowledged that the funds for these plans would go towards the City's match for the <br />interchange project. <br />The Council discussed financing options and asked questions of staff. <br />Deputy City Administrator Nelson presented estimated interest costs should the City bond to <br />cover a funding gap. It was indicated that should costs be assessed back to benefiting property, it <br />would result in an assessment to the HRA. <br />The Council agreed the realignment of Sunwood Drive was important for the interchange project <br />because it will establish the road alignment, close /relocate points of access, allow the property to <br />be identified with a legal description, and increase salability. <br />Motion by Councilmember Elvig, seconded by Mayor Ramsey, to approve the feasibility studies <br />for the Sunwood Drive realignment project, consistent with the chosen financial package, award <br />engineering design contracts in an amount not to exceed $220,012, and authorize the preparation <br />of plans and specifications. <br />City Council / January 24, 2012 <br />Page 4 of 6 <br />