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options that would fit their needs. He stated that even though a portion of the site has been sold, <br /> they would still have sufficient space to fit the school building and regulation sized football field. <br /> He stated that if there is support from the City, they would continue to work on plans and bring <br /> them forward. <br /> Mr. Tossey stated that when he explained it to the Board of Directors,he used the concept of Friday <br /> night lights, noting that this would create a destination in the community which would support <br /> ancillary businesses. He stated that Ramsey and PACT have worked in partnership since 2004 <br /> and they would like to continue that. <br /> Councilmember Musgrove recognized that this is early in the process but noted that she likes the <br /> idea. She asked when this would be anticipated to begin construction if this is supported. <br /> Mr. Tossey stated that they would hope to be open by August of 2023, recognizing that is an <br /> ambitious timeline. <br /> Councilmember Riley asked if PACT would be stuck on a location within The COR. He stated <br /> that he supports the expansion but is hesitant on the location within The COR. <br /> Mr. Nyquist replied that they feel vested in The COR as they have been in their location since <br /> 2004. He stated that they do have other options they are looking at but would prefer this location. <br /> Councilmember Riley stated that he likes the idea but would be open to looking at other locations. <br /> Councilmember Heineman stated that it would make sense to have the PACT buildings near each <br /> other for parent drop off. He stated that bringing a school into that area would help to improve the <br /> local economy. He stated that the field would be a great attraction as well and would increase <br /> business activity. He stated that what may be lost in tax revenue, would be gained through <br /> additional customers for businesses. He stated that it would also be a draw for additional residents <br /> to come to Ramsey and would be part of the identity for Ramsey to have its own high school. He <br /> believed this is a great idea. <br /> EDA Chair Cords asked what other sites have been considered. <br /> Mr. Nyquist stated that he would rather not share those locations. <br /> Mr. Vang stated that they have reviewed 29 sites within a four-mile radius,which was then reduced <br /> to 11 and then to four. He stated that the City zoning is very restrictive and educational uses are <br /> not permitted uses on any site other than the site within The COR. He stated that if the location is <br /> moved too far from the original campus there would be additional challenges. <br /> Mr. Nyquist stated that there are some teachers that teach in both elementary and secondary and <br /> noted that there would be benefit to keeping the buildings close. <br /> City Council Special Work Session/ September 23, 2021 <br /> Page 6 of 11 <br />