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City Administrator Ulrich reviewed the staff report and recommendation to authorize an amount <br /> of up to $5,000 from the Public Improvement Revolving Fund to be used for a local road funding <br /> study, to be completed by the University of Minnesota as outlined in the staff memorandum. <br /> Councilmember Kuzma stated that he does not support this action as he believes it to be a poor <br /> use of funds. He stated that after the past five years of bonding and assessments, he believes that <br /> is not a good option. He believes that franchise fees will be the best method for road funding and <br /> believed that this study would delay that process. <br /> Councilmember Riley referenced specific language used and suggested that language read <br /> similar cities rather than random cities. He asked for input on the suggestion that at least half of <br /> the survey cities be found outside of Minnesota. <br /> City Administrator Ulrich stated that was a proposed structure from the Charter Commission, <br /> which could be subject to debate. He explained that the Charter Commission wanted to get a <br /> good cross section from outside of Minnesota. He agreed that data may not be as relevant <br /> because of different laws and regulations. He noted that there was an interest in determining <br /> how other states fund roads, limiting the reach to cold weather states. <br /> Councilmember Riley stated that he only has input on how Ramsey funds things and not how the <br /> State funds things. <br /> Councilmember Heinrich stated that she sees value in funding this road study as it will look at <br /> the different methods for road funding. She believed that the study would provide value in <br /> making a decision on road funding moving forward. <br /> Motion by Councilmember Musgrove, seconded by Councilmember Heinrich, to authorize an <br /> amount of up to $5,000 from the Public Improvement Revolving Fund to be used for a local road <br /> funding study, to be completed by the University of Minnesota as outlined in the staff <br /> memorandum. <br /> Further discussion: Councilmember Riley asked if the issue of percentages or random selection <br /> needs to be addressed or whether the direction discussed was adequate. City Administrator <br /> Ulrich confirmed that he could take the direction discussed tonight and will have further <br /> discussion with the Charter Commission. Councilmember Kuzma stated that this will be funded <br /> through the PIR and it was noted earlier that the Council did not want to use these funds in this <br /> manner anymore. <br /> Motion carried. Voting Yes: Mayor LeTourneau, Councilmembers Musgrove, Heinrich, and <br /> Riley. Voting No: Councilmember Kuzma. <br /> 8. MAYOR, COUNCIL AND STAFF INPUT <br /> City Administrator Ulrich announced upcoming meetings and events. <br /> City Council/July 9,2019 <br /> Page 12 of 13 <br />