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Motion by Councilmember Riley, seconded by Councilmember Kuzma, to Adopt Resolution #19-277 Approving Purchase Agreement for Outlot A, COR Stone Brook Academy, subject to City Attorney review and approval. Further discussion: Mayor LeTourneau appreciated the work and recommendation of the EDA. He noted that the asking price falls within the City's approved deal range, which is also important. He stated that he is thrilled to see the expansion of a Ramsey business and a standalone business development in The COR, which can help to spur additional development. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Mayor LeTourneau, Councilmembers Riley, Kuzma, Heinrich, Menth, Musgrove, and Specht. Voting No: None. 7.02: Adopt Resolution #19-272 Approving New/Extended Purchase Agreement for Lot 1, Block 1, Anderson Dahlen South Addition; Case of Knoll Properties LLC Economic Development Manager Sullivan reviewed the staff report and recommendation from the EDA to approve the resolution and purchase agreement as proposed. Councilmember Musgrove asked for background information on other cases that may have requested an extension in the past and whether a new purchase agreement was required. Economic Development Manager Sullivan stated that the previous purchase agreement was defunct and therefore a new purchase agreement was needed. He noted that this is a very short period of time for an extension. He stated that because the extension period is short it was deemed to keep the purchase price and earnest money at the same amounts. Motion by Councilmember Kuzma, seconded by Councilmember Riley, to Adopt Resolution #19-272 Approving Purchase Agreement for Lot 1, Block 1, Anderson Dahlen South Addition, subject to City Attorney review and approval. Further discussion: Mayor LeTourneau commented that Anderson Dahlen has been a great partner to the community and their long-term vision for the future is exciting. He stated that he is excited that this process will continue to move forward and hopes that the business is able to overcome its obstacles. Councilmember Menth thanked City staff for working hard to keep this moving forward. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Mayor LeTourneau, Councilmembers Kuzma, Riley, Heinrich, Menth, Musgrove, and Specht. Voting No: None. 8. MAYOR, COUNCIL AND STAFF INPUT City Administrator Ulrich announced upcoming meetings and events. Councilmember Specht invited members of the public to visit PACT Charter School on December 14th for its annual robotics tournament. City Council / November 26, 2019 Page 9 of 10