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Mr. Tinklenberg stated that there is an annual event, the D.C. Fly In, which has about 30 to 35 attendees. He explained that the purpose is to meet with the Congressional delegation and reviewed some of those invited to attend. He stated that the purpose is to be updated on activities in Washington D.C. but also provides time within the schedule for attendees to talk with representatives about local projects. He stated that it is a great opportunity that he has participated in several times over the years. He believed that it would be appropriate for Ramsey to participate with the group. He stated that the Transportation Alliance is a large group of people in Minnesota involved with transportation in different ways. Mayor LeTourneau commented that it seemed the group is involved with all different modes of transportation and not just highways. He stated that it seems that having a representative present would allow Ramsey to keep the Highway 10 project on the radar and also share the story with other municipal and county representatives. He stated that the additional Washington D.C. trip is an opportunity for Ramsey to tell its story in support of Congressman Emmer' s request for transportation funding. Councilmember Musgrove stated that the case mentioned that this is one opportunity, but other opportunities in the future were also mentioned. She stated that she is in favor of sending a representative and asked for details on the number of people that would be sent and whom those people would be. Mayor LeTourneau stated that initially the idea started that he would take on a champion position for transportation. He commented that the large delegation that was sent was successful but believed that this opportunity would be a smaller group, perhaps he and a staff member or consultant. He noted that he does feel confident that he could also deliver the message alone. He was unsure of the next opportunity but believed the City should remain open. City Administrator Ulrich noted that there would be another opportunity in April or May of next year. He stated that Mr. Tinklenberg could also keep the group aware of other possible opportunities. Councilmember Riley agreed that Mayor LeTourneau should fill the role. He stated that he would also like to make a decision based on the big picture, rather than making individual decisions for trips. Mr. Tinklenberg stated that typically there are opportunities in the spring, as there are fewer opportunities in the fall when the budget details are being finalized. He reviewed some possible opportunities that occur. City Administrator Ulrich stated that Community Development Director Gladhill will be going to the Planning Convention in the fall and could set up meetings with representatives while he is there. City Council Work Session / May 28, 2019 Page 2 of 7