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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—MARCH 25, 2013 4 Parks and Recreation Manager Olson stated the total project was estimated to cost$362,082.50 and the City would be requesting the grant maximum of$150,000; therefore the City's portion of the project would be $212,082.50. Councilmember Holden supported staff applying for this grant, but recommended the Council sit down and discuss the probability of the City having an additional $250,000 to pay for this project. Councilmember Holmes indicated this trail would greatly benefit the students attending Mounds View High School. She understood the expense was not budgeted, and requested staff inquire if MSA funds could be used for the trail connection. Mayor Grant commented the segment was important but the financing would have to be considered by the Council. He stated if MSA funds were spent on this project, it would not be available for other street projects in the City. He questioned if the County was proposing a trail around the back side of the Mounds View High School in 2016. Parks and Recreation Manager Olson stated this trail is being proposed by the County in 2016 but there is no funding source identified. Therefore, there is no true time table for this segment. Councilmember McClung recommended staff apply for the grant as this trail is a priority. He indicated the grant will assist with funding the project noting federal dollars may also be available. Councilmember Werner explained a trail in this area would improve safety. MOTION: Councilmember Holmes moved and Councilmember McClung seconded a motion to adopt Resolution 2013-015 Supporting the Local Trail Connections Program Grant Application Made to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. The motion carried (5-0). 7. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Delinquent Utilities Director of Finance and Administrative Services Iverson stated delinquent utility amounts are certified to Ramsey County on a quarterly basis. She commented that a list of utility accounts with outstanding balances was compiled and notices dated February 12, 2013, were mailed. Customers were informed of their delinquent status and were asked to make payment by March 15, 2013. Utility accounts with an unpaid balance after March 15th would be certified to Ramsey County to be added to property taxes payable in 2014. The certification amount is equal to the unpaid delinquent balance and an eight percent penalty. Staff recommended the Council approve a resolution certifying the list of delinquent utility accounts to Ramsey County. Mayor Grant opened the public hearing at 7:34 p.m. With no one coming forward to speak, Mayor Grant closed the public hearing at 7:35 p.m.