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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—OCTOBER 23, 2017 11 <br /> Councilmember Scott stated he spent eight years on the Parks, Trails and Recreation Committee <br /> (PTRC). He commented on the recommendation from the PTRC and agreed the playground <br /> option was best for this park. <br /> Mayor Grant agreed stating a tennis court was not an option, given the parks soil conditions. He <br /> believed a playground made sense for this park. He was pleased the equipment would be similar <br /> to the City's other parks. <br /> Councilmember Holden questioned how this project would proceed once the equipment was <br /> purchased. <br /> Public Works Director/City Engineer Polka commented on the park timeframe and noted she <br /> would be bringing back a new sketch for the park for the Council to review at a future <br /> worksession meeting. <br /> Councilmember Holden requested the neighborhood be involved in this process. <br /> The motion carried (4-0). <br /> A member from the public expressed concern that they were not able to make comments <br /> regarding the playground equipment and park amenities. <br /> Councilmember Holden encouraged the neighbors to attend the upcoming Council worksession <br /> meeting where open dialogue will be held between the Council and the neighbors. <br /> City Administrator Joynes anticipated this matter could be addressed by the Council in <br /> December or January. <br /> Councilmember Holden recommended this item be placed on a Council worksession in January <br /> to avoid the holidays and allow for proper notification to the neighbors. <br /> City Administrator Joynes explained this item would be placed on the Council worksession <br /> agenda on Tuesday, January 16. <br /> 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS <br /> None. <br /> 10. COUNCIL COMMENTS <br /> Councilmember Scott stated the Boo Bash would be held on Saturday, October 28. This event <br /> would be held from 5:20 to 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Advanced registration was available on the <br /> City's website. <br /> Councilmember Scott explained an election would be held on Tuesday, November 7 for school <br /> board positions and a school district referendum. He encouraged residents to get out and vote. <br />