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Councilmember Riley asked if perhaps good and excellent could be combined, since those are <br /> similar results. It was noted that the figures are combined in the text. <br /> Councilmember Williams stated that in the EDA meeting the previous week there was a <br /> comment that the signage standards are making it difficult for commercial developers to be <br /> comfortable with the level of visibility of signage from Highway 10. <br /> Asst. City Administrator/Economic Development Manager Brama stated that the topic is not a <br /> top priority right now but noted that if the Council desires, the item can be shifted towards the <br /> top. He noted that the topic would fit with community development and the streetscape design. <br /> City Administrator Ulrich noted that the multi-tenant sign would need to be addressed along with <br /> signage to direct traffic from Highway 10. <br /> Asst. City Administrator/Economic Development Manager Brama stated that his intent would be <br /> to bring that item forward as a case through the EDA to cover a sign plan for The COR <br /> development in conjunction with some other work. He stated that his timeline would be to have <br /> the discussions over the winter and coming forward in the spring. He noted that the timeline <br /> could be expedited if desired. <br /> Councilmember Riley stated that he continues to hear comments that residential development is <br /> filling up The COR and the belief that the housing is being subsidized. He noted that both of <br /> those comments are untrue and perhaps an article should be written for the Ramsey Resident to <br /> provide clarity to residents. <br /> Mayor Strommen noted that the original plan for The COR included a large amount of <br /> residential development along with business development but explained that all the development <br /> cannot occur at once. She agreed that it would be helpful to continue to educate residents. <br /> Councilmember Williams agreed that the rumor regarding subsidized housing needs to be <br /> dispelled. <br /> Councilmember LeTourneau agreed that the message needs to be spread over multiple platforms <br /> and methods of communication, as perception can become reality. <br /> City Administrator Ulrich agreed that a newsletter article can be drafted and staff can search out <br /> different methods of communication. He stated that planning has begun for the tree lighting and <br /> stated that staff is planning the event for November 29th with the event to be scheduled from 5:30 <br /> to 7:00 p.m. to allow for a longer reception and perhaps renting a local Santa Claus. <br /> Councilmember LeTourneau stated that he would support making the event incrementally better <br /> each year. <br /> City Administrator Ulrich referenced the recognition of an individual or group and stated that <br /> staff is open to suggestions. <br /> City Council Work Session / October 11, 2016 <br /> Page 5 of 6 <br />