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Councilmember Cook stated that he would like to see the road being constructed. Mayor Gamec stated that it would be nice to construct the road to the south through the park if it is feasible. Councilmember Strommen thought that the parking lot would be a good option. Councilmember Cook inquired if a property owner that purchases a 2.5-acre lot will be required to pay the fees to subdivide their lot in the future if they choose to do so. Associate Planner Wald explained that when a property would come in for a re-subdivision they would have to pay park dedication and all other applicable fees. Councilmember Cook inquired if that information will be clear to the residents. Associate Planner Wald explained that all of the information would be part of the development agreement that will be recorded against each lot. City Administrator Norman requested clarification that staff would be considering a parking lot with two accesses. Councilmember Kurak replied yes. Motion by Councilmember Zimmerman, seconded by Councilmember Kurak, to approve the sketch plan contingent upon compliance with City staff review letter dated March 28, 2003 and recommend that the developer proceed to the preliminary plat stage, subject to staff researching the possibility of constructing a parking lot on the park property with two accesses, and at least look at reconfiguration of 170th Avenue to reduce the impact on Mr. Diedrich's property. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Mayor Gamec, and Councilmembers Zimmerman, Kurak, Elvig, Cook, Pearson, and Strommen. Voting No: None. Case #9: Adopt Ordinance to Require Businesses to Obtain a Business Registration Certificate Associate Planner Wald stated that the City Council introduced an ordinance on April 8, 2003, requiring every business in the City of Ramsey to obtain a certificate that is administered by the Community Development Department with review and approval assistance provided by the Fire and Police Department. During the April 8th Council meeting, City Attorney Goodrich stated the proposed "Business Tenant Certificate" name really relates to businesses that lease or rent and dose not capture the whole business community. Staff was directed to continue to work with the City Attorney to establish a name that would address the intent of the proposed ordinance. Staff and the City Attorney propose to name the ordinance Business Registration Certificate. City Council/April 22, 2003 Page 16 of 21