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Councilmember Menth stated that Otsego does not have a trail fee, which would be a difference <br /> of$1,500. <br /> Community Development Director Gladhill stated that communities address trails in some <br /> manner. He reviewed the four major ways in which cities construct trails and fund that <br /> construction. He confirmed that not every community has a direct trail development fee. <br /> Councilmember Menth stated that if you add that trail dedication fee to the Otsego figures, that <br /> would make it very comparable to Ramsey. <br /> Parks and Assistant Public Works Superintendent Riverblood explained that trail funding is a <br /> complicated issue that is not an apples-to-apples comparison as each community tends to fund <br /> that amenity differently. He stated that the Park and Recreation Commission reviewed the park <br /> dedication and trail fees and recommended no increase for 2020. <br /> Councilmember Heinrich asked for clarification on the trail dedication fee. <br /> Community Development Director Gladhill confirmed that fee to be $1,000 per residential lot. <br /> Parks and Assistant Public Works Superintendent Riverblood stated that development is <br /> occurring in all areas of Ramsey. He stated that those developers are choosing Ramsey because <br /> of the quality of life in this community. He noted that real estate ads typically mention whether <br /> the property is close to schools,parks and trails as those features are important to home buyers. <br /> Community Development Director Gladhill noted that there is a density bonus where lower rates <br /> are charged for higher density developments because those developments typically include their <br /> own amenities. <br /> Councilmember Musgrove commented that there was a recent case in which a landowner <br /> subdivided his lot into three lots. She noted that resident was charged a higher fee rather than a <br /> developer. She noted that perhaps a lower fee be looked at for smaller developments. She <br /> referenced surety and asked for additional details. <br /> Community Development Director Gladhill explained that 125 percent is the standard rate, <br /> noting that change was made to provide consistency. He noted that project applicants are <br /> coached by planning staff throughout the planning process. <br /> Councilmember Musgrove referenced the stormwater management fee and asked if that fee <br /> comes from the City or another agency. <br /> Community Development Director Gladhill replied that is a City fee. <br /> Councilmember Musgrove stated that she would like additional understanding on the stormwater <br /> management fee of$400 compared to the park and trail dedication fees totaling $4,500. <br /> City Council Work Session/October 22,2019 <br /> Page 5 of 8 <br />