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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION—MAY 13, 2013 3 Councilmember Werner asked which floors Bethel was interested in occupying. Mr. Hagerty did not have an answer to this question. Councilmember Holden stated this is a good use for the property and noted she would think further about special conditions for the use. Councilmember McClung indicated he is not opposed either, but did have concerns with tax base issues. He wants clarification on this item before making a final decision. Mayor Pro-Tem Holmes is interested in knowing where Bethel will locate in the Country Financial building. She requested staff investigate this matter as well as the other questions discussed earlier and report back to the Council at a future meeting. Mr. Hagerty thanked the Council for providing feedback on this issue. He looks forward to discussing the matter further with the City as he wants to see this building fully utilized. A. Discuss Enforcement of the Rental Housing Registration Program Community Development Director Hutmacher stated that in 2011 and 2012, staff worked with the previous City Attorney to thoroughly evaluate the rental registration program and determine whether the City could take additional actions to enforce the rental registration program and mitigate or prevent related code enforcement issues. Community Development Director Hutmacher explained that as of January 1, 2013, the City has a new City Attorney. The Council requested that the City Attorney review the City's rental registration ordinance and code enforcement practices to determine whether additional measures should be taken. City Attorney Jamnik introduced himself to the Council and noted that he has reviewed the City's ordinances. He agreed with the previous attorney's conclusions. He stated that the City has a sound registration ordinance. He explained there are no material differences between a registration and a licensing procedure. He stated the enforcement protocols are soundly laid out. City Attorney Jamnik indicated that communication with property owners regarding expectations is essential for City staff. He encouraged staff to adopt a sound communication process with effective follow through on citations. He has no changes or recommended revisions for the current ordinance. He stated it will be difficult for the City to assure 100% compliance from all rental property owners. Mayor Grant arrived at the meeting at 6:20 p.m. City Administrator Klaers commented that the City only has a few problem rental properties and each is registered. The City is just having difficulty with them being compliant. Mayor Grant stated that the key to compliance will be consistent, repeated enforcement by the City.