Minutes - Council Work Session - 10/22/2019

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Community Development Director Gladhill stated that they have streamlined the process to the extent possible and it was simply an issue of a surplus of projects that were received within the same period of time. He noted that it became an issue of resources,noting that staff was working on weekends and bringing in staff from other departments to assist. Councilmember Musgrove asked if the Council could receive a glimpse into the funding deficit for trails. She stated that perhaps the Parks CIP items could be extended further to allow additional funds to be collected. Parks and Assistant Public Works Superintendent Riverblood confirmed he could provide that information. He noted that he is also working on a staging and phasing plan for the remaining park improvements in the downtown area. He stated that the Ford Brook playground is an example of a project that has been pushed out for multiple years. Community Development Director Gladhill noted that it appears that there should be a separate discussion at a future worksession more focused on parks. He noted that could be a good opportunity to have a joint meeting with the City Council and Park and Recreation Commission. He asked if there are other topics that the Council would like additional discussion on. Councilmember Heinrich stated that she appreciates the staff suggestion to reduce the private surety improvement fee. Councilmember Musgrove stated that it is good to see Ramsey growing and developing. Community Development Director Gladhill confirmed the consensus of the Council to further discuss park dedication along with the change to the private surety improvement fee. 3. TOPICS FOR FUTURE DISCUSSION 3.01: Review Future Topics/Calendar Noted. 4. MAYOR/COUNCIL/STAFF INPUT None. 5. ADJOURNMENT The Work Session of the City Council was adjourned at 6:54 p.m. Respectfully submitted, urtis G. Ulrich City Council Work Session/October 22,2019 Page 7 of 8