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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION—JUNE 20, 2016 10 stated Public Works also maintains areas around lift stations, water towers and other City-owned property. He said that some of the areas historically mowed fall in boulevards adjacent to private property and that staff has reviewed those areas to ensure City property is being maintained and not private property. He indicated that some locations being maintained by the City are private property and include: 1445 Floral drive (across from Floral park), the east boulevard along Hamline Avenue between Floral Drive and Wyncrest. Acting Public Works Director Anderson stated staff has reviewed the City's procedure and asked for direction regarding how to proceed. He stated staff would continue to maintain areas where the sight distance is limited at intersections such as along the east side of Snelling Avenue south of Lindy's Park. Councilmember Holden recommended the City not continue to mow private land. She suggested a letter be sent to the affected property owners to explain the situation. Councilmember Wicklund asked if it was true that if the City maintained (mowed) a portion of property for a certain length of time that the private property could be claimed by the City. He encouraged the City to be in communication with the property owners if a maintenance change was made on private property. Mayor Grant understood that many states had a similar law in place. Further discussion ensued regarding the impacted properties throughout the City. Councilmember Wicklund recommended staff speak with Boston Scientific to explain what portions of the right of way they would be responsible for mowing. Acting Public Works Director Anderson stated that if the City continued to mow portions of the Hamline Avenue right-of-way, they may have to mow all of it. Councilmember Holmes suggested the three lots that do not have access continue to be mowed by the City. Councilmember Wicklund preferred to have the mowing be done in order for the City to remain nice looking, rather than having property line disputes. Mayor Grant agreed that this area of the City needed to look reasonable and should be mowed on a 13- to 14-day cycle. Further direction was provided to staff on improving communication between the City and the property owners. H. Johanna Marsh Tennis Court Acting Public Works Director Anderson stated in May of 2016 staff brought forward concerns about the safety of the playing surface at the Johanna Marsh tennis court. The City Council directed staff to contact the insurance carrier and get direction regarding closing the court because the play surface is uneven and creates a tripping hazard. Council also directed staff to notify the association in that neighborhood of any developments. The recommendation from the insurance