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acknowledging passion on both sides. He did not believe that they would be starting from square one. Councilmember Howell stated that as a body, the Council can make resolutions and ordinances which can change by the Council. She stated that this dollar amount fixes two miles per year which is not enough. She stated that the franchise fee hides the percentage of taxes being paid. She stated that she also has concerns with the legality of franchise fees. Councilmember Musgrove commented that part of the fluctuation in the administrative costs came from using assessments rather than having the road funding on the taxes. She stated that once a home is constructed it takes two years to get on the tax rolls and provide benefit for the City. She stated that there will be increased revenue within Ramsey because of the homes that have been and continue to be constructed. She stated that roads have been discussed for a long time and the tax levy should fund the roads. Motion by Councilmember Musgrove, seconded by Councilmember Howell, to introduce Ordinance #21-16 Repealing Gas and Electric Franchise Fees Implemented under Ordinance Nos. 20-11, 20-12, and 20-13. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Councilmembers Musgrove, Howell, Heineman, and Specht. Voting No: Mayor Kuzma, Councilmembers Riley and Woestehoff. 8. MAYOR, COUNCIL AND STAFF INPUT City Administrator Ulrich announced upcoming meetings and events. Councilmember Specht welcomed a new business to Ramsey. He also congratulated Sunwood Nutrition on six successful months in The COR. Councilmember Musgrove commented that City Administrator Ulrich was on vacation and City staff did a great job in his absence. 9. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Councilmember Musgrove, seconded by Councilmember Riley, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. The regular meeting of the City Council adjourned at 8:08 p.m. Respectfully submitted, _____________________________ Kurtis G. Ulrich City Council / July 13, 2021 Page 10 of 11