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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION—OCTOBER 19, 2020 2 Councilmember Scott asked if there would be any disruption to Arden Hills streets. Mr. Axtell said no, the project area is entirely in the city of Roseville. Councilmember Holden asked if there would be a change in water volume considering the development area in Roseville currently has no impervious surfaces. Mr. Axtell responded that there are impervious surfaces and some gravel on the existing site. The stormwater management rules require that they decrease the runoff rate to 80% of existing. There will be stormwater ponds on the site. Councilmember Holmes asked for more explanation of future plans and the permission they are asking for. Mr. Axtell said they are asking for a resolution to allow Rice Creek Watershed District to proceed with financing drainage projects that would be mostly in Roseville and St. Anthony. There are no specifics at this time. But before a project proceeds there would be a public hearing process. Mayor Grant asked if the water flow would jeopardize Lake Josephine. Mr. Axtell said no, Lake Josephine has a higher elevation than Lake Johanna. Councilmember Holden felt staff should bring a resolution forward to a regular Council meeting. Councilmember McClung said if were to go on consent he would pull it for more discussion. He is unclear on supporting a future project. Mayor Grant instructed staff to put it on the next meeting as new business, and requested a map showing the ditches. Mr. Axtell noted if they would like the resolution to only include Ditch No. 4 at this time, they would accept that. B. Public Input Regarding the Keeping of Chickens Community Development Manager/City Planner Mrosla stated that at its September 21, 2020 Work Session, the City Council discussed public engagement and feedback options in regards to the keeping of backyard chickens. Council directed staff to create an online survey to gauge resident support. The survey launched on Monday, October 5 and is open until November 5, 2020. So far there have been 541 responses. Council also discussed having a public hearing so staff is looking for direction. Councilmember Holden asked if it would go to the Planning Commission first if they were changing the ordinance. Community Development Manager/City Planner Mrosla said it would and they would have two public hearings, one at the Planning Commission meeting and one with City Council.