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the Draw concert series continues to gain momentum and will continue to provide great entertainment throughout this summer She stated that the Ramsey Police Department continued its proactive and unique approach to community engagement, while other communities struggled. She stated that the department also held its first ever citizens' academy, in which 12 residents took part and graduated from the program. She thanked the residents of Ramsey for supporting the Police Department and to Police Chief Katers and his staff for their efforts in community engagement. She stated that the building department launched e-permits which provided a more efficient workflow and provided residents and developers with 24-hour access to apply for permits. She stated that the City welcomed Fire Chief Kohner to the Fire Department this past April. She stated that 2016 was a year of success and noted that one key task is to develop a success exit strategy for The COR, noting that the Planning Commission and Council have begun those discussions. She stated that Ramsey has a strong identity and The COR should be a reflection of that identity rather than a replacement. She highlighted the connection to the two rivers, connection to the outdoors, and an entrepreneurial spirit. She recognized her colleagues on the City Council and thanked the staff, volunteers, and residents. 3. CITIZEN INPUT None. 4. CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Councilmember Shryock, seconded by Councilmember LeTourneau, to approve the following items on the Consent Agenda: 4.01: Receive Cash and Investments for Period Ending January 31, 2017 4.02: Note the Following Boards and Commissions Meeting Minutes: 1) Planning Commission Work Session Minutes dated December 1, 2016 2) Planning Commission Meeting Minutes dated December 1, 2016 3) Economic Development Authority Meeting Minutes dated December 8, 2016 4) Environmental Policy Board Meeting Minutes dated December 19, 2016 4.04: Approve Licenses: Special Events MN State Society Daughters of the American Revolution 4.04: Approve the following Meeting Minutes: 1) City Council Work Session dated January 24, 2017 2) City Council Regular dated January 24, 2017 4.05: Approve Request to Declare Surplus Property 4.06: Approve Renewal of the Master Agreement with OPUS 21 (Utility Billing Provider) for One Year 4.07: Adopt Resolution #17-02-046 Approving Cash Disbursements Made and Authorizing Payment of Account Payable Invoicing Received During the Period of January 19, 2017 through February 8, 2017 4.08: Adopt Resolution #17-02-041 Calling for a Public Hearing on an Issue of Revenue Bonds by the City of Minneapolis and the Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) of the City of St. Paul on Behalf of Allina Health Systems City Council / February 14, 2017 Page 3 of 13