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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL — NOVEMBER 25, 2019 6 Councilmember Holden expressed frustration with the manner in which the school district has conducted themselves with the High School renovations. She encouraged staff to be sure the school was constructed the plans presented to the City for the Valentine Hills Elementary School. Community Development Manager/City Planner Mrosla stated this would be staff's intention. He commented any significant modifications to the plans would have to be approved by the City. Councilmember McClung commented he supported the plan and noted the Planning Commission had a nice discussion on this request with comments focused on water runoff and the HVAC units. The motion carried (5-0). 10. UNFINISHED BUSINESS None. 11. COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilmember Scott reported the heaviest travel day of the year may coincide with an upcoming winter storm. He encouraged residents to use caution when traveling over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. He also thanked all first responders and the Public Works crews for their dedicated service to the community over the holidays. Councilmember McClung commented he would not be attending the December 91h City Council meeting as he would be out for surgery. He wished everyone a safe and Happy Holidays. Councilmember Holmes asked if the street lights had been installed near the Mounds View High School. Interim Public Works Director/City Engineer Blomstrom reported the City authorized the installation of the street lights and these would be installed by Xcel in the next few weeks. He commented further on the power lines that would be put underground by Comcast. It was noted these lines would be put underground after the ground froze. Councilmember Holmes reported Arden Hills had a Green Corp member on staff (Danica) and this individual was working to make the City more sustainable and environmentally friendly. Councilmember Holden requested staff look into getting another projector in the Council Chambers in order to allow staff presentations to be viewed by the public. Mayor Grant commented he needed to receive committee requests from the City Council members. Mayor Grant congratulated the Planning staff for all of their efforts on the City's 2040 Comprehensive Plan.