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Councilmember introduced the following resolution and moved for its adoption: RESOLUTION #21-351 RESOLUTION REGARDING PURCHASE AGREEMENT FOR LOT 4, BLOCK 1, RIVERSIDE WEST: CASE OF WINDOWS AND DOORS USA WHEREAS, on September 28, 2021 the Ramsey City Council approved a purchase Agreement with Windows and Doors USA (the `Buyer")to purchase Lot 4, Block 1, Riverside West and to construct a 101000 SF Office, showroom/warehouse; and WHEREAS, as of December 9, 2021 the City has not received an executed Purchase Agreement and $3000.00 in Earnest Money from the Buyer; and WHEREAS, City staff has made efforts to contact the Buyer to discuss the status of the Purchase Agreement but has been unable to connect with the Buyer since October 27, 2021; and WHEREAS, Due to the uncertain status of the Purchase Agreement with Windows and Doors USA, Lot 4, Block 1, Riverside West has effectively been off the market for over two months; and WHEREAS, on December 9, 2021, the EDA unanimously recommended that the City Council provide written notice to Windows and Doors USA the Purchase Agreement is no longer valid but to continue to work with them in the event that they would like to submit another offer for consideration or enter into a new purchase agreement. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY OF RAMSEY,ANOKA COUNTY, STATE OF MINNESOTA, as follows: 1) That the City of Ramsey authorizes City Staff provide written notice to Windows and Doors USA the Purchase Agreement approved on September 28, 2021 is no longer valid but to continue to work with Windows and Doors USA in the event that they would like to submit another offer for consideration or enter into a new purchase agreement The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember , and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: and the following voted against the same: