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City Administrator Ulrich clarified that the second action would be to introduce the ordinance rather than adopt it tonight. Motion by Councilmember Specht, seconded by Councilmember Riley, to Introduce Ordinance #21-03 Amending Section 117-90 “Map” of Chapter 117 of the City Code of Ramsey, Minnesota, and Adopt Resolution #21-015 Granting Comprehensive Plan Amendment Approval, Preliminary Plat Approval and Determining that an Environmental Impact Statement is not Necessary for Riverstone Addition. Further discussion: Councilmember Musgrove asked if the right action would be to introduce both items. Deputy City Administrator Gladhill confirmed that the recommended action in the case and as proposed is correct, to introduce the ordinance and adopt the resolution. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Mayor Kuzma, Councilmembers Specht, Riley, Musgrove, and Woestehoff. Voting No: Councilmember Howell. 7.08: Approve Revised Cost Share Framework for Riverdale Drive Extension Improvement Project Related to Riverstone South; Case of Capstone Homes and Pearson Properties of Ramsey Deputy City Administrator Gladhill reviewed the staff report and recommendation of the Public Works Committee to approve the revised Cost Share Framework without the need for financial underwriting. The Public Works Committee feels that a contribution to a collector roadway has a broader public benefit and that the revised cost share framework is close to the original framework originally approved (non-binding) by the City Council and that additional underwriting is unnecessary. Councilmember Riley commented that Public Works Committee had a robust discussion on this item. He noted that the previous concept split the cost into thirds between the three parties. He stated that the only change is related to the County parcel, but the cost still remains close to the one third split with the potential grant funds that could be used for that purpose. He stated that all parties continue to support the framework split as proposed. Councilmember Musgrove asked if the City must purchase the property rather than having a right- of-way. Deputy City Administrator Gladhill replied that the property was purchased through the RALF program with the County as the lead party for the purpose of a potential river crossing. He stated that the reaction of the County is if improvements are made to that property that aren’t related to the river crossing those RALF dollars would need to be paid back. He stated that staff will continue to push on that and continue discussions. Councilmember Musgrove asked how the solar garden interplays with that. She commented that she has a hard time with the County land being a hurdle. She recognized that if the parcel is required to be purchased, the City could have additional revenue potential from development in the future. City Council / January 26, 2021 Page 11 of 13