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ARDEN HILLS SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION—MAY 7, 2012 3 over two years. He commented the Building Department has been busier this spring, than in the past several years. Mayor Grant stated an aging report showing when permits are issued would also be beneficial to relate to the Council the number of permits outstanding. This would also show the current level of building activity in the City. Building Official Scherbel explained the City has been busy with the 19 homes sold by Pulte since October, Presbyterian Homes and the new Walgreens. City Administrator Klaers commented that staff may need additional help in the Building Department when Dave leaves on vacation. Building Official Scherbel indicated the Building Department would need assistance on a part- time basis. Mayor Grant supported the hiring of a temporary part-time inspector, as needed, to assist with the Building Department. C. Emergency Management Training City Administrator Klaers provided the City Council with information on the Emergency Management Training that would be presented this evening. He noted Lance Ross and Greg Hayes were present to lead an emergency preparedness training class for the City Council. Lance and Gregg have met with City staff individually and as a group to review the roles and responsibilities for key staff members when responding to an emergency. These meetings have resulted in the development of updated "checklists" for each staff member. This Council training class will meet the requirement of the G-402 Incident Command System Overview for Executive/Senior Officials. Lance Ross, Emergency Preparedness Resource Group, LLC, introduced himself to the Council and provided background information on his work history. He noted he responds to emergencies state-wide and works with the U of M in the Emergency Management Department. Greg Hayes, Emergency Preparedness Resource Group, LLC, stated he had 20 years of fire and EMS experience. He noted he worked for the City of Chanhassen for a number of years and works with the U of M in the Emergency Management Department. Mr. Hayes then reviewed with the Council a presentation discussing the role the Council has in the case of an emergency in the City of Arden Hills. He explained the presentation was specific to Executive/Senior Officials and their expectations. At the local level, the City falls under Ramsey County's plan. This allowed the City to avoid drafting its own emergency plan and defaulting to the County. Mr. Hayes discussed a tornado scenario and how the City and staff would handle the emergency situation. He explained he and Lance Ross would be watching radars in severe weather situations in order to be ready to respond. A plan of attack would be coordinated and documented with the