Adopt Resolution #11-11-XXX Requesting Certain Practices of All Utilities Doing Business in the City of Ramsey - Removed from Consent and Added as 7.03 under Council Business on the Regular Agenda.

As Council is aware, utilities have an obligation to manage rights-of-way and easements, including removing trees, for safety and operational reasons to ensure continued reliable service.  The City has entered into franchise agreements with each utility company to allow them to utilize the City's rights-of-way. 

Residents and Ramsey officials have expressed concern over current practices in regard to the management of the rights-of-way and easements.  Therefore, staff drafted a resolution which Council reviewed at its work session of November 1, 2011.  Council suggested a couple of amendments to the draft resolution.  Those changes have been incorporated into the draft and it is not ready for Council adoption. The amended resolution is included for Council review and once adopted, will be forwarded to each utility doing business in the City of Ramsey.

Motion to adopt Resolution #11-11-XXX Requesting Certain Practices of All Utilities Doing Business in the City of Ramsey.