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ARDEN HELLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION—MAY 16, 2016 12 the year, the grass did not germinate. It was recommended the City complete a hydro-seeding application on the topsoil. He reported staff had the topsoil analyzed by the University of Minnesota and all requirements were being met. He understood that some rocks need to be removed from the topsoil and the contractor would complete this work. Mayor Grant reviewed an email he received from a resident raising concerns with the fact that Grant and Noble were hydro-seeded while Crystal and Venus were not. Acting Public Works Director Anderson reported all neighborhoods were hydro-seeded. Councilmember Holden asked if the punch list for the 2015 PMP was longer than usual. Acting Public Works Director Anderson believed the list length and cleanup work were typical. Councilmember Holden questioned if the sump pump situation had been resolved. She questioned if a date should be set for this project. Acting Public Works Director Anderson stated a temporary fix has been put in place to keep the water off the street. He indicated a letter could be sent from the City regarding the residents need to create a permanent solution for this sump pump connection. Mayor Grant questioned when the punch list would be completed. Acting Public Works Director Anderson wanted to see the punch list completed in the next month, but noted this would be weather dependent. Kristie Elfering, Elfering and Associates, reported the concrete work would not be completed until September due to the fact the work had a one-year warranty. H. State Fair Parking Acting Public Works Director Anderson explained the City Council previously discussed this item and asked that Public Works look into a more rigid sign for marking temporary no parking areas during the Minnesota State Fair. Additionally, it was suggested that the signs indicate the consequences for disregarding the signs. He stated he reviewed the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices and found the manual does cover a "Tow Away" symbol but does not have any accepted wording related to fines. He said he also researched materials to be used that would include a corrugated plastic sign that can be printed with whatever sign image desired and a medium weight 6-foot fence post. Public Works will need to secure the materials and have them on hand for the end of August. Staff requested feedback on the sign image and materials proposed to be used. Councilmember Holden asked if the signs were re-useable. Acting Public Works Director Anderson stated this was the case, unless a sign were to be damaged when removing from the ground.