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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—OCTOBER 8, 2012 5 10. COUNCIL COMMENTS AND STAFF UPDATES Councilmember Holmes stated that after the last election, the Council did not receive results of the write-in votes as they had requested. She asked staff to confirm with Ramsey County Elections as to whether or not a list of write-ins may be obtained after this year's election. Councilmember Holmes noted that the B2 Corridor meeting held earlier today was very successful. She indicated that Bolton & Menk did a good job and they shared what their recommendations are, which is something they will share with the Council at a later date. Councilmember Holmes stated that everyone on the Council received an open house invitation from a new business in the area called Ulteig. She is planning on attending their open house on November 7. Councilmember Holmes noted that there have been comments made regarding the hockey rink needing paint or stain at the upper part of Freeway Park. She also suggested some plantings to help make the area more attractive. She said that the Cummings Park entrance from the parking lot area needs attention. It has chains and it is muddy when it's wet outside or sandy when it's dry. She recommended that staff or the PTRC look into making some improvements there. Councilmember Werner stated that he had an upset neighbor whose vote "no" yard sign was destroyed. He noted that this might be an isolated incident, but he told his neighbor that he would mention the incident. Councilmember Werner noted a few upcoming meetings of the Ramsey County League of Local Governments. There will be a meeting on October 25 at 7:00 p.m. at the Ramsey County Conservation District, and November 15 at 7:00 p.m., is their annual meeting. The topic of discussion on November 15th is election recap and local impacts, and the guest speaker is Tom Hauser. The meeting will be held at the Hilton Garden Inn in Shoreview. Councilmember Holden stated that Carpet One has moved into the Arden Plaza. They were formerly located in Roseville. Councilmember Holden noted that County Road E and Lexington Avenue is starting to look untidy. She said that the beautiful new black wrought iron fence outside of the new Walgreens building has a "get your flu shot" sign flapping around in the wind, among other signs located within the boulevard. Councilmember Tamble stated that the Communications Committee is responsible for the City's newsletter, and a new edition will be distributed next month. One of the articles in the upcoming newsletter is in regard to the launch of the new website, and the article will contain information about the site. He also noted that the Chair of the Communications Committee has announced that she will not be seeking reappointment; therefore, there will be a vacancy on the Communications Committee. At this time, it is uncertain if another member will step up to the Chair position. Anyone interested in filling the vacancy effective December 31, 2012, should contact City Hall.