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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—SEPTEMBER 12, 2022 2 had expressed concern about Costco's proposed location on the site, but not Costco itself. He also reported that the only statement regarding Costco allegedly made by a City Councilmember was in litigation brought by Ramsey County against the City; that particular statement is not cited nor is there any information on the source of the statement. He addressed that the statement was referenced in an e-mail by an outside party, however, they did not hear it first hand and he noted this quote was strictly hearsay at this point. Councilmember Holden asked for a point of personal privacy(privilege). Mayor Grant granted this request. Councilmember Holden stated she was tired of the half truths that were being said about her. She explained she was the only Councilmember that was against Costco and that was because of the size, the large amount of asphalt, as well as the traffic and environmental impacts. She reported the proposed Costco would generate one million car trips per year and this had not been considered within the traffic study. She commented on how TCAAP was supposed to be a special, unique development. She indicated she alone opposed Costco and not the entire City Council. She explained she was tired of her name being damaged by an out of context statement that Ramsey County decided might sway the court. She reported the City denied that allegation. She reiterated for the record that the City Council was not against the Costco, it was her alone. She reported the City continues to give the County term sheets and proposals and the only thing the City hears from the County is no. 4. STAFF COMMENTS A. Transportation Update Public Works Director Swearingen reported one-lane of traffic was now open in both directions along Lexington Avenue. Public Works Director Swearingen stated Ramsey County's drainage improvement project at Old Snelling and Lake Valentine Road was now open to traffic from all directions. He encouraged residents to use caution while traveling through this intersection as it was still an active worksite. Public Works Director Swearingen explained the City's paving projects were now all completed. Councilmember Holden thanked staff for all of their work to sealcoat, weed, and improve the City's trails. B. State of the City Update City Administrator Perrault stated the State of the City will be held on Thursday, September 15 at 7:30 am at Boston Scientific in Building 3. For those that are unable to attend, the presentation would be available on Nine North. 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES