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Ms. Skepper said they are not measuring different numbers and noted that many households have <br /> more than one income earner. She noted these numbers reflect that more households have two <br /> income earners. <br /> Councilmember Musgrove asked about rental units and rural areas and if this refers to apartment <br /> buildings or rental homes. <br /> Ms. Skepper explained that there is a need for both apartment style buildings in rural areas, as well <br /> as rental homes. She noted they need to be able to develop smaller units as this is an unmet need. <br /> Mayor Kuzma thanked Ms. Skepper for her presentation. <br /> Ms. Skepper stated that once they have made their final edits to this report there will be a final <br /> version that will be available on their website and made available to Staff. <br /> Informational only. <br /> 2.03: Consider Economic Development Manager Request to Interview and Serve on <br /> CMDC Board of Directors <br /> City Administrator Hagen reviewed the Staff report in regard to Economic Development Manager <br /> Sullivan's request to interview and serve on the CMDC Board of Directors. He noted that Staff <br /> does not believe that there is a conflict of interest with this and that Economic Development <br /> Manager Sullivan would just abstain from voting on something that pertained to Ramsey. <br /> Councilmember Riley shared that he also does not see this as a conflict of interest. He added that <br /> this could also give Economic Development Manager Sullivan a lot of experience and gives the <br /> City a seat at the table with CMDC. <br /> Councilmember Musgrove asked what occupations some of the other members of the board have. <br /> She asked if this is a non-paid position. <br /> Economic Development Manager Sullivan shared there are real estate agents,bankers, former city <br /> administrators, and other people who are around the development world on the board. He shared <br /> this is something he has wanted to do for a while. He added that he looks at this as a professional <br /> development opportunity for himself. He appreciates the opportunity to apply. <br /> Councilmember Musgrove shared that she sees the benefits and trust that Economic Development <br /> Manager Sullivan will recuse himself when it comes to any conflict of interest. <br /> The consensus of the Council was to allow Economic Development Manager Sullivan to apply for <br /> the CMDC Board of Directors. <br /> RECESS AND RECONVENE <br /> City Council Work Session /January 23, 2024 <br /> Page 3 of 9 <br />