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Further discussion: Councilmember Jeffrey noted Subd. 5: Accessory Uses, discusses open and outdoor areas. He inquired if this will prohibit a business from locating a greenhouse in a parking lot. Community Development Director Trudgeon replied this will not prohibit or permit seasonal greenhouses; this was written more for permanent structures. Councilmember Elvig indicated he will be abstaining from the vote on this case. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Mayor Gamec, Councilmembers Pearson, Cook, Jeffrey, Olson, and Strommen. Voting No: None. Abstain: Councilmember Elvig. Case #10: Contract for Fire Services for Burns Township Fire Chief Kapler stated Ramsey's Fire Department has been under contract to provide fire services to the eastern half of Burns Township for almost three years. Burns Township decided earlier this year to have Ramsey Fire provide services to the entire township effective August 1 of this year. It was the preference of Burns Township that the contract run according to the calendar year; costs have been prorated by the City Attorney to reflect this. Mayor Gamec stated quite a few citizens from Bums Township have contacted him that are very happy that Ramsey Fire is taking over this service because of the response Ramsey has had with their service in the past. Also, Burns Township has been very complimentary to Fire Chief Kapler for the awareness of visiting the Township and talking with them. Fire Chief Kapler stated their goal is to improve and to provide a high level of service to Ramsey's residents. Mayor Gamec commented Fire Chief Kapler informed Burns Township upfront that most important was the service to the citizens of Ramsey. He added this contract with Bums Township is a great opportunity. Motion by Councilmember Pearson, seconded by Councilmember Olson, to authorize Mayor Gamec and the City Administrator to sign the contract for fire protection services for Bums Township, which will be effective August 1,2006. Further discussion: Councilmember Pearson stated this will be a win/win situation for both Ramsey and Burns Township, as Ramsey will be able to gain a supply of daytime firefighters. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Mayor Gamec, Councilmembers Pearson, Olson, Cook, Elvig, Jeffrey, and Strommen. Voting No: None. Further discussion: Mayor Gamec inquired about the timetable involved with training in Bums Township. Fire Chief Kapler replied this will hinge on the Burns Township maintenance building; they are poised to build a new maintenance building, and they should know more about the timing in the next few weeks. Mayor Gamec asked if burning permits will still be issued in City Council / July 25, 2006 Page 16 of 20