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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—AUGUST 28, 2017 5 None. 9. NEW BUSINESS None. 10. UNFINISHED BUSINESS None. 11. COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilmember Scott stated the Valentine Hills Elementary School speed signs had been installed and had yet to be programmed for school hours. Mayor Grant explained a part was missing from the signs and anticipated this part would be installed prior to the start of school in order for the signs to be properly programmed. Councilmember Holden recommended the trees around the sign be trimmed in order for the sight lines to be improved. Councilmember Scott reminded the public that school begins on Tuesday, September 5 and cautioned drivers when driving through the community. Councilmember Holmes stated the City now had the opportunity to install a GreenStep City sign on its City of Arden Hills signs. Mayor Grant requested the Council address this topic at their next worksession meeting. Councilmember Holmes reported she attended a conference recently where the benefits of leaf pickup were discussed. She stated she would be interested in discussing this matter further with the full Council at a future worksession meeting. Mayor Grant commented the Council may not have enough time to begin leaf pickup for this fall but could discuss this topic for 2018. Councilmember Holmes requested the newsletter have an article on the benefits of rain gardens in order to better inform the public. Councilmember Holmes recommended the Council receive an update from the Personnel Committee regarding staff positions. Mayor Grant explained the Personnel Committee would be meeting next on Monday, September 11. Councilmember Holden expressed concern with a property that had been clear cut and requested the City reach out to this property owner to inform them of the City's rules and requirements.