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CASE CONSIDER REQUEST FOR 45-DAY EXTENSION TO RAMSEY TOWN CENTER PARK PLANNING PROCESS By: James E. Norman, City Administrator Background: On September 17, 2003, the City Council agreed to the terms of the Master Development Agreement for the development of the Ramsey Town Center. Within the terms of this agreement, the City and Developer agreed to work out the terms of the improvements within the Parks that would be eligible for Park and Trail fee credit. Staff made significant progress during the first three months and met in a joint session with the developer, Park Commission, and City Council on December 4, 2003. The concept of "signature parks" were unveiled during the meeting of December 4, however, it was determined that more time was necessary for fm'ther consideration of the park proposal. Council extended the review period for 90 days during its meeting on December 16, 2003. Staff has now received the fi~ll proposal by the Ramsey Town Center developer and reviewed the proposal in work session with the City Council on March 1, 2004. During the Council work session, staff explained to the Council that more time would be necessary in order to work our further detail in regard to the proposal for the signature parks as well as agreements for the two parks known as Downtown Commons and Civic Square Park (map attached). Because of the work that is remaining for the park proposal, staff is now requesting a 45-day extension to the timeline that was suggested in the Master Development Agreement. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of an additional 45 days to complete the park plmming process within the Ramsey Town Center project. Council Action: Motion to approve the request for an additional 45 days to complete the park planning process within the Ramsey Town Center project. Reviewed by: City Administrator Assistant Community Development Director Assistant Public Works Director CC: 03/09/04