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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION—APRIL 15, 2013 10 City Administrator Klaers indicated that the four City Managers and Administrators of the partnership of cities met to discuss this matter and do not recommend returning the entire escrow amount as these funds protect the cities if ice time requirements are not met. However, $100,000 could be returned to the youth hockey associations to assist with financing the locker room upgrades. He requested comment from the Council on how to proceed. Councilmember Holden questioned when the bond on the Super Rink ended. City Administrator Klaers stated it ends in 2024. Councilmember Holmes asked which high school games will be played at the Super Rink. City Administrator Klaers indicated the Mounds View High School will be moving their games to the Super Rink. This is creating the need for locker rooms and additional storage. The Council requested additional financial information from the hockey association prior to making a decision. The Council is willing to consider the request after reviewing the financial information. City Administrator Klaers commented that the next update item is related to meter readers. He noted every home in the City has allowed public works access to replace the meter reader, except for one resident. Public Works Director Maurer stated Steve Cook does not have a new meter reader and the City has been estimating his water usage for the last two months based on previous years. He commented the homeowner's water could be shut off, or a surcharge could be placed on the water bills until access is allowed. Mr. Cook has requested the reader be mounted on the outside of his home. This option has not been offered to Mr. Cook but could be done if the Council approves. Councilmember Holden expressed concern with the homeowner damaging the meter reader if it is not properly installed in the home. Councilmember Werner asked if Mr. Cook has been paying his water bill. Public Works Director Maurer commented he has been paying his bill, but he has not been charged surcharges. Councilmember Holden is in favor of placing a surcharge on Mr. Cook's water bill due to the extra staff time involved to estimate his meter reading each month. A surcharge may encourage Mr. Cook to work with the City to resolve this situation. The Council requested staff offer to install Mr. Cook's meter reader outside his home. City Administrator Klaers noted that the City has received notices on the Metro Cities Annual Meeting which will be held on Thursday, April 18th from 5:30-7:00 p.m. He questioned if any Councilmembers will be in attendance.