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Councilmember Specht stated that perhaps staff could work with both parties to find a solution <br /> that would allow both. He noted that the City has been promised that businesses want to come, <br /> but that often falls through. He stated that PACT would be guaranteed to move forward to fruition <br /> and therefore he would support the school in that location. <br /> Councilmember Musgrove stated that residents have brought forward concern with development <br /> proposals within the rural area of Ramsey and asked if that would be discussed. She suggested <br /> that there be more discussion and public input on the rezoning of properties within the rural areas. <br /> She asked if there is willingness to change the zoning and move that type of development closer <br /> to The COR. <br /> City Administrator Ulrich stated that perhaps that be discussed at a future worksession as that <br /> would be a policy decision. <br /> Planning Commission Chair Bauer stated that part of the 2040 Comprehensive Plan included <br /> development in certain areas. He noted that developers have provided input that there is a desire <br /> for smaller lots in order to lower the price point on homes. He stated that there is a shortage of <br /> affordable homes for first time buyers. <br /> Councilmember Musgrove commented that residents are providing feedback that should also be <br /> considered in addition to the comments from developers. <br /> Councilmember Woestehoff stated that there is good case law about down zoning or up zoning. <br /> He stated that if there is a developer already in the process, there would be legal ramifications in <br /> changing the zoning. <br /> Councilmember Howell stated that she would also like to have that conversation as she would be <br /> interested in what the residents want in addition to what the developers want. <br /> 3. ADJOURNMENT <br /> The Special Work Session of the City Council was adjourned at 7:00 p.m. <br /> Respectfully submitted, <br /> urns G. Ulrich <br /> City Administrator <br /> ATTEST: <br /> K ie M. chmidt <br /> City Council Special Work Session/ September 23, 2021 <br /> Page 10 of 11 <br />