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Councilmember Peters stated that proactive planning benefits both the City and property owners and thanked the applicant for taking steps to address potential concerns before they arise. Mayor Heineman stated that he previously met with property owner Josh Clark and expressed appreciation for Mr. Clark’s proactive approach, including his preparation with detailed questions. He also thanked city staff, including the City Administrator and planning staff, for working collaboratively to address nuances of the proposal. Mayor Heineman emphasized that neither applicants nor city officials always have all the answers at the outset, and that open dialogue and collaboration help lead to better outcomes. He noted that this cooperative process allows issues to be addressed proactively rather than reactively and described the interaction as a positive example of how business and city government can work together effectively. He concluded by thanking everyone involved for their efforts and noted that this approach is a good way to conduct business in the city. Councilmember Buscher expressed appreciation for the applicant’s detailed explanation and historical context regarding the proposal. She noted that while planning staff consistently present clear and thorough cases, it was especially helpful to hear directly from the property owner about the realities of the business and the effort to be proactive. Councilmember Buscher emphasized that proactive communication and collaboration with the City enables issues to be resolved effectively. She stated that when applicants are willing to engage openly with city officials, there is very little the city cannot figure out together. She thanked the applicant for operating a business in Ramsey, for navigating the process thoughtfully, and expressed interest in seeing how the properties are developed moving forward. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Mayor Heineman, Councilmembers Buscher, Olson, Peters, Riley, Specht, and Stewart. Voting No: None. 7.04: Adopt Resolution #26-025, Approving a Conditional Use Permit for Motor Vehicle Repair Uses at 14047 Azurite Street NW (Clark Companies) Motion by Councilmember Buscher, seconded by Councilmember Specht, to adopt Resolution #26-025, Approving a Conditional Use Permit for Motor Vehicle Repair at 14047 Azurite Street NW, subject to the conditions specified within the Resolution. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Mayor Heineman, Councilmembers Buscher, Olson, Peters, Riley, Specht, and Stewart. Voting No: None. 7.05: Adopt Ordinance #26-02, Repealing and Replacing Chapter 10 for Animal Regulations City Planner Martin presented a brief update on proposed revisions to the City’s animal code. He explained that city staff have been working for several months on these updates, with significant City Council /February 10, 2026 Page 18 of 20