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will take a longer period of time to fall into the regulations, compared to a new business that could perhaps resolve an issue in a quicker fashion. Mayor LeTourneau stated that he is concerned with the illegal business use, specifically the rental business. Niles stated that he would like to continue with the U-Haul rental as that is a source of income for him. He noted that it also provides a good service to the residents in Ramsey. Councilmember Musgrove asked if that issue could be resolved with a business license. Community Development Director Gladhill noted that type of business is not allowed within the current zoning of the property. He stated that the auto repair business is allowed under the non- conforming use clause, but the U-Haul business would require a change in zoning if the Council desired that use for the property. Councilmember Riley referenced a listening session that occurred about Highway 47 and the desired look for the corridor. He stated that perhaps staff could have a discussion with the property owner to provide the knowledge of the process that would be necessary if they would like to request a change in zoning for the property. Councilmember Heinrich asked when the City became aware of the U-Haul business. Community Development Director Gladhill provided background information on the City' s knowledge of the U-Haul business. He stated that there is a resolution on the agenda for the regular meeting tonight that would create the framework for this moving forward. He believed that the proposed language would provide the desired flexibility but noted that staff could also pull that item from the agenda to allow additional time and discussion. It was the consensus of the Council to pull the item from the regular agenda tonight to allow additional time for the property owner to work with staff to create the desired schedule for improvements. 2.02: Discuss Staffing for the Administrative Intern Administrative Services Director Lasher reviewed the staff report. Councilmember Kuzma asked if the intern would be used for the Ramsey Foundation events. Parks and Assistant Public Works Superintendent Riverblood stated that being a liaison to the Ramsey Foundation is within the job function for the Recreation Specialist. He noted that the Recreation Specialist role and duties would be first priority and the administrative services would occur after that. Administrative Services Director Lasher provided additional details on the availability of the new Administrative Intern and his start date. She noted that the Recreation Specialist previously City Council Work Session / April 23, 2019 Page 3 of 6