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Councilmember Johns stated the second half of that statement is being neglected but is also <br />important to fit into the response. That sentence indicated: The City of Ramsey supports the <br />regionalization of water systems, but only if such systems can be funded equitably across the <br />communities they serve. ' Councilmember Johns stated that is an important caveat to the first half <br />of the sentence. <br />Councilmember Williams agreed with Councilmember Riley's recommendation because the <br />second paragraph achieves what is desired. She read the second paragraph indicating: The City <br />of Ramsey supports the Met Council's goal of achieving sustainable water systems. However, <br />achieving sustainable water systems across the twin cities metropolitan area must be achieved in <br />an equitable manner. ' <br />Councilmember Shryock stated if the first sentence is removed, part of that issue is addressed in <br />the second to the last paragraph where it states: The City also vigorously supports further <br />exploration and implementation of water conservation methods, including reusing wastewater <br />and promoting infiltration practices to aid in groundwater recharge. ' She supported making <br />sure that whatever solution is brought forth, it is financially equitable with all communities <br />receiving benefit. <br />Councilmember Kuzma reminded the Council that there is potential for a water shortage and the <br />City is not only looking at a potential processing plant but the City is doing a lot with its holding <br />ponds, rain gardens, and other water conservation measures. He agreed that regional support is <br />needed to address this issue. <br />Acting Mayor LeTourneau thanked the Council for its comments and asked City Engineer <br />Westby if he has received enough input to redraft the wording to reflect the Council's desire. <br />City Engineer Westby responded in the affirmative. <br />Motion by Councilmember Shryock, seconded by Councilmember Johns, to Approve the City of <br />Ramsey Response to Metropolitan Council Draft Water Resources Policy Plan, as revised. <br />Further discussion: Councilmember Riley stated he is not confident the revision will support his <br />concern to remove regionalization of the water system, and taking out the word `likely' on page <br />2. City Engineer Westby reviewed the revisions he will make to remove reference to <br />regionalization and stated on the second page, second to the last paragraph, he will strike the <br />word `likely.' <br />Motion carried. Voting Yes: Acting Mayor LeTourneau, Councilmembers Shryock, Johns, <br />Kuzma, Riley, and Williams. Voting No: None. Absent: Mayor Strommen <br />8. MAYOR, COUNCIL AND STAFF INPUT <br />City Administrator Ulrich provided an update on the Strategic Plan and announced upcoming <br />meetings and events. He also announced that over 240 people have been trained in HeartSafe. It <br />was noted that HeartSafe training is provided the first Monday of each month. <br />City Council / March 10, 2015 <br />Page 10 of 11 <br />