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Councilmember Riley recognized that there are limits but would like to see staff find a way to say <br />yes for events. <br />Councilmember Specht agreed that he would like to see as many events move forward as possible. <br />City Administrator Ulrich referenced the alternative events that were offered and whether the <br />Council received input on which of those offerings were liked. <br />Councilmember Specht stated that his daughter liked the smaller lit tree since the large tree lighting <br />was not possible. <br />Councilmember Musgrove commented that she has heard that the residents like the crafts and <br />activities and Santa line events from 2019. She stated that young families like those events and <br />she would like to see a way to make those happen. She stated that perhaps there is a way the City <br />can work creatively with the schools in Ramsey. <br />City Administrator Ulrich stated that perhaps families could provide homemade ornaments and <br />the City could decorate the tree with those. <br />Councilmember Specht referenced a private event that was City marketed, the storybook trail, <br />which was enjoyed by many residents. He stated that it would be great to continue to look for <br />those partnership opportunities. <br />Councilmember Riley commented that the EDA golf tournament was one of the first events and <br />many residents and businesses were happy to participate in that event. <br />Councilmember Woestehoff agreed with those comments. He noted that the parks and rec bingo <br />was a great offering as well. He stated that last year was a great year for golf facilities and asked <br />if there was feedback that the course would rather be open to the public rather than holding that <br />event. <br />Councilmember Riley commented that the event was shifted to Rum River Hills from Northfork <br />because the banquet facility was not needed. <br />Deputy City Administrator Gladhill commented that Rum River Hills was happy to host the golf <br />event but noted that if the banquet can be held this year the event would need to be shifted back to <br />Northfork. <br />City Administrator Ulrich confirmed the consensus of the Council for staff to proceed with Happy <br />Days to the extent possible and if certain elements cannot be held, alternatives should be explored. <br />Councilmember Musgrove asked that plans be flexible in a manner which could adapt if the <br />regulations from the Governor are loosened. <br />City Council Work Session / February 16, 2021 <br />Page 10 of 12 <br />