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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—MARCH 26, 2012 8 Councilmember Tamble supported the purchase and thanked staff for completing the necessary research and making an educated recommendation to the Council. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). B. City of Arden Hills—501(c)3 Councilmember Holden stated back in October the Council discussed creating a 501(c)3 to allow for donations to park benches and other park amenities. She questioned if Mayor Grant and Councilmember Holmes had pursued the matter. Mayor Grant indicated in January he discussed this matter with Councilmember Holmes. At that time Councilmember Holmes was going to investigate a local booster club with this designation. Councilmember Holmes stated Mounds View no longer allows individual booster clubs to be 501(c)3's. For this reason, further investigation would be needed. She recommended the Council speak with the City Attorney regarding the subject. Mayor Grant asked if the Council would approve the professional expenses needed for the City Attorney. Councilmember Holden was in favor of proceeding. There Council directed staff to speak with City Attorney Filla about establishing a 501(c)3 for the City. 10. COUNCIL COMMENTS AND REQUESTS Mayor Grant commented there were two students in attendance from Hennepin County Technical College this evening. The two gentlemen were introduced to the Council noting they were working on an audio project for school. Councilmember Holmes mentioned on March 22nd the City had a meeting with Mn/DOT. Ken Bernard discussed road closures for this season and the effects it would have on the City of Arden Hills. She reviewed the proposed road closures in detail noting the information was available on the City's website. Councilmember Werner noted there were several openings on the Economic Development Commission. The next meeting was on April 4th. He encouraged those interested to contact City Hall for further information. Councilmember Holden announced Boy Scout Troop #419 was the only troop within the City of Arden Hills and were hosting a free electronic recycling day. She reviewed the items that would be accepted noting it would serve as a fundraiser for the troop. The recycling event would take place on Saturday, April 14th at Trinity Lutheran Church. She questioned if the Council would allow this information to be posted on the City's website.