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Motion by Councilmember Kuzma, seconded by Councilmember Shryock, to Adopt Resolution #18-265 Approving Paxmar Alternatives to be Included in the Comprehensive Plan Update. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Mayor LeTourneau, Councilmembers Kuzma, Shryock, Johns, Musgrove, and Riley. Voting No: None. 7.04: Review Concept Plan for Hotel/Multifamily Development in The COR; Case of Allied Development Community Development Director Gladhill reviewed the staff report and explained that the purpose of the case is to review a high-level concept of a potential hotel/multifamily development in The COR across from the Ramsey Municipal Center. The developer, Allied Development, is considering a project for 2019, but before they commit to a Purchase Agreement with the property owner, PSD, LLC, they seek general feedback from the City. He noted that currently there is no request for financial assistance, but such a request is a possibility as the project pro-forma is developed. Tom Hanson, Allied Development, stated that there would be a vision for the street level to include a hotel lobby, conference rooms, pool and amenities. He stated that they would look to also have a taproom and outdoor patio on one end, and on the other end a co-op space, which could act as a business incubator, and possibly a maker space. Councilmember Johns stated that in her opinion this would be exactly what the City is looking for. Councilmember Musgrove stated that she attended the Planning Commission meeting where a more in-depth presentation was given and there was a lot of excitement. She stated that there had been a question about a dining or meeting area and the comment was made that there would most likely not be a similar space to the Fountains of Ramsey. She stated that it might be a nice addition to have a space where a dinner and conference could be held. Mr. Hanson stated that they see the Fountains of Ramsey as being a feeder for the hotel and do not want to compete with that business. He stated that perhaps the conference space in the hotel could accommodate 30 to 50 people whereas the Fountains can accommodate more like 300 people. Councilmember Kuzma asked if a parking component would include a parking ramp. Mr. Hanson noted that phase one could easily be accommodated by surface parking and explained that phase two would have a need for additional parking. Councilmember Kuzma stated that he believes that parking will be an issue in The COR, noting the current building under construction across from City Hall. Councilmember Shryock stated that she does like this concept. She stated that parking would also be a comment of hers but wanted to ensure that there would not be a huge corner of parking. City Council/December 11, 2018 Page 12 of 18