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Acting Mayor LeTourneau also expressed support for this initiative. He expressed thanks for the efforts of Connexus Energy and Metro North, which resulted in the study and being able to move forward in a way that will benefit not only Ramsey but the other communities in Anoka County as well. He believed that this would be a great step forward that could bring forth additional opportunities. Councilmember Shryock stated that the MOU is for 2019 and asked if this would be revisited in future years. Community Development Director Gladhill stated that this would be for 2019 and as the partnership continues,the participation would be evaluated on an annual basis. Motion by Councilmember Riley, seconded by Councilmember Johns, to approve participation in the Anoka County Regional Economic Development Partnership and to authorize entering into a Memorandum of Understanding and Voluntary Cost Share Agreement, subject to City Attorney approval. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Acting Mayor LeTourneau, Councilmembers Riley, Johns, Kuzma, and Shryock. Voting No: None. 7.04: Provide Feedback on Preliminary Plat Application for Shade Tree Cottages; Case of Shade Tree Communities City Planner McGuire Brigl reviewed the staff report and asked for general feedback for the applicant on whether the proposal would be approved or if there is anything specific that the applicant should add to their plans. Councilmember Johns commented on the proximity to the development to the north and asked the type of transitioning that would be provided as the uses are not complementary. Community Development Director Gladhill stated that there would be a 28-foot private road with buffering. He stated that the overall density of the site is low because of the amount of wetland on the site. He explained that the density is then clustered because of the unbuildable areas. He stated that there have been comments from neighboring property owners against this development and noted that there have been workshops held to have additional public discussion. He noted that ultimately the Planning Commission tabled the topic at their meeting earlier this month. He stated that the property is zoned low density residential but the issue that has arisen from residents is with the lot sizes proposed. He stated that the density transitioning would be met with the private road and buffering. City Planner Brigl stated that there would also be a retaining wall as the property to the north is on higher ground and therefore the properties to the north would be looking more at rooftops. She stated that a public workshop was held in the spring and many of the residents at that time stated that they loved the wetlands and would like them protected but acknowledged that development was coming for this site. City Council/October 23,2018 Page 6 of 13