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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—MAY 31, 2016 2 Viet Le, 1540 Edgewater, stated there were 30+children living in his neighborhood. He indicated he has provided free tennis lessons to the children in his neighborhood at his neighborhood tennis court. He understood the condition of the tennis court was deteriorating; however, he requested the Council reconsider their decision and allow this amenity to remain a part of his neighborhood. Mayor Grant reported the Council received a number of emails from the public regarding this tennis court. He noted a young child had broken a wrist at this tennis court, which led the Council to locking the gate. Scott Austin, 1566 Glen Avenue, explained he has lived in his neighborhood for the past 12 years. He indicated he purchased his home due to the fact there was a private beach and tennis court in close proximity. He requested the Council replace the tennis court noting it was used a great deal by himself and his neighbors. 3. STAFF COMMENTS A. Rice Creek Commons (TCAAP) and Joint Development Authority(JDA)Update City Planner Ryan Streff stated the JDA held a workshop discussion with the Alatus Development Team on Tuesday, May 24. Topics included observations on the TCAAP Redevelopment Code and how to achieve the JDA's Master Plan vision for the site. The City Council will be meeting with Alatus in a Work Session immediately following the regular City Council meeting on Monday, May 31. City and Ramsey County staff, attorneys, and Alatus have begun discussing the Master Developer Agreement that will be signed between the JDA and Alatus. B. Transportation Update Acting Public Works Director Anderson reported work was underway on 1-694. He described how the lane closures at I-35W and I-694 have been impacting traffic. It was noted the repairs on 694 would take two years to complete. Acting Public Works Director Anderson stated the County Road H bridge would be demolished this weekend. He stated I-35W would be closed at 10:00 p.m. on Friday night and detours would be put in place. Acting Public Works Director Anderson explained the County Road E2 bridge project was progressing well. The abutments were rising along the interstate and pilings have been put in place for the bridge. He stated Cleveland Avenue and County Road E2 was closed at this time and would remain closed until mid-June. Acting Public Works Director Anderson discussed the Lexington Avenue and County Road F project. He noted County Road F would remain closed through mid-June. Councilmember McClung requested the information regarding County Road F be posted on the City's website to make the public aware of the road closures.