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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—NOVEMBER 13, 2012 7 Mayor Grant offered comments on the insurance section of the JPA. Discussion took place over the financial risks to the City for moving ahead with the County on this proposed TCAAP redevelopment partnership; the need for a Gantt chart showing the sequence of events for the next few years; and when the partnership reaches a"point of no return" and is officially finalized. Discussion ensued regarding the Joint Powers Agreement. It was the consensus of the Council to further discuss the Joint Powers Agreement and review changes that were suggested during tonight's meeting at the November 19, 2012, work session. Staff will bring the TCAAP topic back to the regular City Council meeting on November 26, 2012. 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS None. 10. COUNCIL COMMENTS A. Economic Development Commission Meeting Update Councilmember Werner stated that earlier tonight, the Council adopted a Council liaison policy. As part of that policy, it is the responsibility of the Council liaison to offer a report/update of their commission/committee at Council meetings. He noted that the Economic Development Commission met on November 7, 2012, for approximately two hours. The EDC is excited to have a new member on their commission and Councilmember Werner welcomed Dan Altstatt to the EDC. He explained that there are still several vacancies to fill on the EDC and the members on the commission are looking to be more active and more informed. At their most recent meeting, the EDC discussed economic gardening which is a new economic development strategy designed to grow"stage two"businesses and accelerate job creation. Councilmember Holmes stated that the Ulteig open house was on November 7, 2012, and those in attendance received a tour of the facility. She noted that Walgreens also had an open house. The Walgreens open house was on November 4, 2012, and those in attendance learned that this Walgreens building features a new concept, which is very open and has lots of lighting. The manager of the store welcomes comments or suggestions. Councilmember Holmes questioned if anything has been done in regard to the complaint from last week of too many people living in a rental property. Community Development Director Hutmacher stated that staff has talked with the City Attorney who will be contacting the complainant to gather evidence that is needed to issue a citation. Councilmember Holden inquired if there is a more clear way to write the ordinance so it is easier to enforce.