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Motion by Councilmember Shryock, seconded by Councilmember Kuzma, to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Mayor Strommen, Councilmembers Shryock, Kuzma, Johns, Riley, and Williams. Voting No: None. Absent: Councilmember LeTourneau. 6. PUBLIC HEARING None. 7. COUNCIL BUSINESS 7.01: Introduce Ordinance #15-18: 2016 Schedule of Rates, Fees and Charges Finance Director Lund reviewed the staff report and recommendation to introduce Ordinance #15-18: Schedule of Rates, Fees and Charges as proposed. Councilmember Riley stated that the largest changes were reviewed but noted that some of the items he noticed were the smallest fees, like a five dollar charge for room rental. He asked how much staff time goes into charging a five dollar fee. Finance Director Lund stated that charge is being reviewed right now but noted that attempt was simply an attempt to recoup staff time for setup. City Administrator Ulrich noted that some of the five dollar charges are for organizations that meet every week and pay in a larger sum for multiple rentals. Motion by Councilmember Riley, seconded by Councilmember Kuzma, to introduce Ordinance #15-18 Establishing Permit Fees, Service Charges, and Various Other Fees to be Collected by the City of Ramsey. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Mayor Strommen, Councilmembers Riley, Kuzma, Johns, Shryock, and Williams. Voting No: None. Absent: Councilmember LeTourneau. 8. MAYOR, COUNCIL AND STAFF INPUT City Administrator Ulrich announced upcoming meetings and events including the annual tree lighting, which will take place on Tuesday, December 8th. Mayor Strommen reminded everyone that tomorrow is Veteran's Day, noting that the Council had the opportunity to thank one veteran during the work session and hoped that others will take the opportunity tomorrow to thank a veteran. City Council / November 10, 2015 Page 4 of 5