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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION — AUGUST 16, 2021 6 City Administrator Perrault reminded Council that they could have the Council issue a variance before the listing, or they could list it for sale but clearly note on the disclosure documents that the variance needs to be approved before the closing of the property. Councilmember Holmes said she had no problem selling the lot but she was not inclined to give additional variances. City Administrator Perrault said there wasn't a way to stop someone from applying for variances. Mayor Grant noted that a buyer should beware, they would grant the 500-foot variance but reserve the right to not sell. Staff should work with the City Attorney to determine the best way to list the property. F. Mask Discussion Mayor Grant reported that he had received emails and phone calls suggesting parents not wanting their children to go back to school without mask mandates at the school, and wanting to know what the City can do about requiring masks in public buildings. City Administrator Perrault stated the City Attorney said that because we are still under an emergency declaration so legally we can do a city-wide mask mandate, but logistically it would be difficult and suggested we wait until a broader mandate comes from Ramsey County or the State. Enforcement would be the most difficult issue. No adjoining cities have a city-wide mask mandate at this time. Masks are currently required for staff at City Hall, visitors are encouraged to wear them. There is also a jurisdictional issue between the City and the School Districts. Councilmember Scott felt they should keep the mandate at City Hall but leave it up to individual businesses and schools. Councilmember Holmes thought the mandate also should extend to visitors at City Hall. Councilmember McClung agreed with City Hall only, for everyone. Mayor Grant said it was within their purview to regulate City Hall, but he was unsure of the shared maintenance facility. It was agreed that signs would be posted and a news flash sent to notify City Hall visitors that masks must be worn inside. G. Public Comment Discussion City Administrator Perrault stated the issue is whether or not items on the agenda can be addressed during the Public Comment section of a meeting. Currently, if an item is on the agenda it cannot be addressed during the Public Comment period, with the exception of a Public Hearing. Portions of the language have been on the agenda since 1996.