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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL JUNE 24, 2013 5 Councilmember Holmes recommended that the Council proceed with tree debris cleanup in the same manner as the City of St. Anthony. Mayor Grant asked if the Council wanted to take action on this item. Councilmember Holmes stated that the City has received a large number of calls regarding this matter and that the neighboring communities are providing assistance to their residents. She is in favor of the City providing tree debris assistance. Councilmember McClung commented that the recent storm was not as severe as the 2006 storm. He is not in favor of providing City cleanup services from the recent storm. He suggested that the Council review this matter further at a future work session to create a tree debris policy. Mayor Grant agreed that a policy should be created, but he is unsure how to assess the amount of storm damage incurred in order for City assistance to be provided. Councilmember Holden stated that many of the larger trees that fell in the recent storm required professional assistance. She noted that her neighbor lost five trees, but that the majority of the City was spared. She does not support a City-wide cleanup from the recent storm. Councilmember Holmes saw the recent storm as a major event due to the fact that the City lost power for two days and roads were closed. She suggested that staff check into the availability of a clam truck and report back to the Council. She supports a City-wide cleanup. Councilmember Werner recommended the City provide cleanup services for its residents. Mayor Grant stated that some residents were greatly affected by the storm, but he does not feel the damage from the recent storm warrants City involvement. The consensus among the Council is to not provide storm damage cleanup. Mayor Grant discussed the water level of Lake Johanna stating that it was one-tenth of a foot below the agreed upon level and a no wake zone was not necessary at this time. He commented that the water level would continue to be monitored by staff. 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A.May 13, 2013, Special Work Session Meeting B.May 13, 2013, Regular City Council C.May 20, 2013, Work Session Meeting D.May 28, 2013, Work Session Meeting E.May 28, 2013, Regular City Council F.June 10, 2013, Closed Work Session Meeting MOTION: Councilmember Holmes moved and Councilmember Holden seconded a motion to approve the May 13, 2013, Special Work Session; May 13, 2013, Regular City Council; May 20, 2013, Work Session; May 28, 2013, Work Session; May 28, 2013, Regular City Council; and June 10, 2013, Closed