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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL — APRIL 11, 2022 4 Mayor Grant opened the public hearing at 7:19 p.m. Chris Hughes, 3515 Snelling Avenue North, commented the 16% increase and a comment from the Council that this was a nominal amount. Councilmember Holmes noted that she had said that the increase was not a nominal amount. Gregg Larson, 3377 North Snelling Avenue, complimented City staff for his efforts on this plan noting it accommodated the residents that live on Snelling Avenue. He suggested the Council consider bonding for street and trail improvement projects versus paying for them in full. He commented on the miscalculation and how the $1,600 increase would impact the homeowners living on Snelling Avenue. He encouraged City staff to revisit the cost for other reclamation projects that were completed in Arden Hills to see if this project was comparable. Mayor Grant closed the public hearing at 7:21 p.m. Mayor Grant asked what the cost difference would be for the residents living on Snelling Avenue. Public Works Director/City Engineer Swearingen estimated the difference per lot would be $1,023 and not $1,600. Councilmember Holden thanked staff for thinking outside the box on this project, for finding a way to install a sidewalk and for working with the residents along Snelling Avenue. Further discussion ensued regarding previous reclamation projects completed in Arden Hills. Public Works Director/City Engineer Swearingen stated the storm sewer layout would not be changing with this project. He indicated the curb cuts would allow crossing areas for the turtles in this area. 9. NEW BUSINESS A. Resolution 2022-018 Adopting and Confirming Quarterly Special Assessments for Delinquent Utilities Mayor Grant stated this item was introduced under Item 8A. MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Councilmember Holmes seconded a motion to adopt Resolution 2022-018 — Adopting and Confirming Quarterly Special Assessments for Delinquent Utilities. The motion carried (5-0). B. Resolution 2022-019 Adopting Special Assessments Roll — Snelling Avenue North Street and Utility Improvements Project Mayor Grant indicated a motion to table would be in order for this item.