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City Administrator Ulrich moved on to Strategy to Strengthen and enhance our identity,brand and <br /> image. He stated the zip code is still on there. <br /> Councilmember Woestehoff asked if it is accurate they have to wait until 2026 for a detailed <br /> update. <br /> City Administrator Ulrich replied yes, they have a policy that a City can only formally request a <br /> zip code every ten years so that is the window of opportunity. <br /> Councilmember Riley commented on the fact that half of his mail is addressed as Anoka doesn't <br /> speak well to Ramsey's identity,that and the fact that they are trying to create themselves as a City <br /> that isn't five miles west of Anoka. <br /> City Administrator Ulrich asked if there was any interest in looking at a solar installation as it is <br /> becoming a thing were some cities are covering all the roofs. <br /> Councilmember Woestehoff replied if it saves money. <br /> City Administrator Ulrich stated it is an idea for a capital investment he has seen cities make. He <br /> stated under this strategy they had their first holiday light challenge which went ok for a first effort. <br /> Communication and Events Coordinator Thorstad commented there were 15 homes, which was <br /> pretty good considering Champlin had 19 and have been doing it for a while. <br /> City Administrator Ulrich commented one thing that was seen at the Chamber address where they <br /> did the State of the Cities is that Anoka and Coon Rapids have increased their holiday lights with <br /> shooting fireworks from the roofs. He stated a winter festival would fall under this category if <br /> there is interest. <br /> Councilmember Woestehoff suggested an ice fishing contest. <br /> Councilmember Musgrove asked what the feedback was from residents on the holiday lighting <br /> and how many people participated in the voting. <br /> Communication and Events Coordinator Thorstad replied she could get that information. She <br /> thought the feedback was good. There were questions about the voting period which was primarily <br /> a staffing issue at that time. <br /> Councilmember Musgrove asked if it was hundreds of votes. <br /> Communication and Events Coordinator Thorstad replied she thought it was in the 60's or 70's. <br /> Councilmember Musgrove asked if it was primarily promoted on the website. Communication <br /> and Events Coordinator Thorstad replied the website and social media. She thought the October <br /> 1, deadline was missed to get it into the November/December newsletter. <br /> City Council Special Work Session/February 15, 2022 <br /> Page 28 of 31 <br />