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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION—OCTOBER 24, 2011 5 currently provides, such as GIS. Staff is investigating whether Ramsey County could provide these services if we cannot obtain them from Roseville. Public Works Director Maurer stated that he would also like the new staff member to take over responsibility for records retention for Public Works. Mayor Grant questioned what plans there are for transition. Public Works Director Maurer stated that the transition plan will have to be worked out,but he does plan to continue using Roseville to allow for some overlap with the person the City hires. Mayor Grant questioned the proposed timeline. City Administrator Klaers explained that the contract with Roseville calls for a one-year notice of termination but staff believes Roseville will accommodate our needs and schedule. Public Works Director Maurer stated he would also like Council's approval to use outside services now because he is reluctant to get the Roseville engineer involved in current projects such as Valentine Parks Improvements. After some discussion, Mayor Grant stated the Council is comfortable directing staff to investigate Roseville's position regarding amending or severing the Joint Powers Agreement. City Administrator Klaers stated if Roseville is in agreement with amending or ending the agreement, should staff set up a Personnel Committee meeting to discuss the new position. Mayor Grant stated that would be a good next step and then the Personnel Committee will bring it to Council. C. TCAAP / Stadium Update City Administrator Klaers stated that staff met with Ramsey County staff a week ago regarding the stadium proposal, but a lot has happened since then. The Governor has had a series of meetings with interested parties and plans to make his recommendation on the stadium location and financing on November 7. The Governor also plans to call a special session November 21 - 23. He added that the City of Minneapolis has renewed its efforts to have the stadium built there. He stated that if the Council wants staff to attend the special session or meet with Legislators, staff needs a clearer position from the City. If the Council does take a position, he would suggest that it include the statement that their position is based on the Metropolitan Council's report and risk analysis and that they support the stadium. Councilmember Holmes stated staff could go to meetings and attend the session and protect the City financially without the Council having taken an official position. City Administrator Klaers then asked if Council wants to hire a lobbyist to advocate for the City during the special session.