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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION – NOVEMBER 19, 2018 9 Mayor Grant asked if the escrow had been released for Amble Drive. City Administrator Perrault discussed the differences between the landscaping and grading/erosion control work that was done for this project and would report back on what type of escrow was being held. Councilmember Holden stated she would like staff to investigate the detailed expenditures for TCAAP. 2. COUNCIL/STAFF COMMENTS City Administrator Perrault commented on a letter the City received from the County. Further discussion ensued regarding the letters the City had received from Ramsey County. Councilmember Holmes asked if the City wanted to have a response to the affordable housing aspect of this letter. Mayor Grant suggested the Council have a planned response in place. Councilmember Holden questioned what was happening with the City’s planning staff. She indicated she did not want staff so overworked that their job became unpleasant. She encouraged staff to keep resources in place so as not to overwhelm City Planner Mrosla. City Administrator Perrault stated the staffing would be dialed back but noted Jane was still available on an as needed basis. Councilmember Holden discussed the new sign at Arden Plaza and expressed concern with sight lines onto Lexington Avenue. Councilmember Holmes stated she did not believe there was a problem. Mayor Grant requested staff investigate this further. Councilmember Scott wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving and safe travels. Councilmember McClung requested the City contact Boston Scientific and thank them for installing two signs that state Arden Hills. Mayor Grant recommended a letter be drafted by staff and that this be signed by the full Council thanking Land O’Lakes for the new signs. Councilmember Holden discussed the renovations that would occur to one of the Roseville Community Centers. City Clerk Hanson asked how the Council wanted to proceed with the tobacco issue.