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Elwyn Tinklenberg, The Tinklenberg Group, stated a lot has happened in the past six months, noting the Armstrong interchange ribbon cutting was a great example of that. He stated that one of the goals for the first six months this year was to maintain the level of awareness for Highway 10, which he believed had been done, and reviewed a number of elected officials and legislators that have kept Highway 10 on their list of priorities. He stated that applications for federal funding have been submitted and the encouragement for local business owners to speak up about Highway 10 as well. He stated that while this year has yet to produce a funding allocation on either a state or federal level, he noted that they continue to build relationships, advancing the priority Highway 10 projects forward. He noted that continuing to build those relationships will be a focus for the next six months along with preparation for the special session. He stated that education of new candidates is also important to ensure that everyone is aware of the needs along Highway 10. He advised of continued efforts and communication with members of Congress and the Senate that have expressed their desire for MnDOT to focus on Highway 10. Councilmember Kuzma stated that he is pleased to hear the positive things that are going on. Mr. Tinklenberg stated that Ramsey is the only municipal client that he has because he believes in this. He stated that Ramsey has the opportunity to be the next major economic driver in Anoka County and he is proud to be a part of that. City Administrator Ulrich recommended that the Council approve the extension of the Ramsey US Trunk Highway 10 Improvement Development Plan with The Tinklenberg Group for a term of six months. He noted that the contract includes a not to exceed amount of $17,000 and noted that if a special session is not called that amount would be decreased by $2,000. Motion by Councilmember Kuzma, seconded by Councilmember Shryock, to approve the extension of the Ramsey US Trunk Highway 10 Improvement Development Plan with The Tinklenberg Group for a term of six months, August 2016 through January 2017, in an amount not to exceed $17,000. Further discussion: Councilmember Kuzma stated that on Night to Unite he heard multiple comments from residents saying how much they like the new bridge and ramp. Councilmember Shryock commented that part of the Highway 10 effort is not only for the businesses and transportation in the area but will also greatly benefit the development of The COR. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Mayor Strommen, Councilmembers Kuzma, Shryock, Johns, and Williams. Voting No: None. Absent: Councilmembers LeTourneau and Riley. 7.02: Introduce Ordinance #16-07 Opting Out of Temporary Family Health Care Dwelling Statute (Project No. 16-67) Community Development Director Gladhill reviewed the staff report and recommendation that the City opt out of the current bill and adopt a separate ordinance establishing its own process for these situations, as allowed by the Statute. He stated that staff does not object to the concept nor the need for temporary housing in these situations, however the City would be able to utilize existing tools to address the situation, most notably an Interim Use Permit (IUP). He stated that City Council / August 8, 2016 Page 5 of 7