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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION — NOVEMBER 21, 2022 5 Councilmember Radziej commented if remote meetings were put in place, City staff could then monitor the usage and the Council could reevaluate the situation in one year. Further discussion ensued regarding how State Statute addresses remote meetings. Mayor Grant indicated he could support the City spending $200 for a new camera in order to support remote meetings. However, he would like to set a limit as to the number of members from a Commission that could attend remotely. City Administrator Perrault commented he did not believe the City would be able to limit the number of members that could attend remotely. Councilmember Holden reiterated the fact that if someone wished to attend a meeting remotely, they would have to go to a public place and would not be allowed to call in from their home. Councilmember Holmes explained she did not support the City moving to remote meetings. Councilmember Radziej suggested this topic be further discussed in January of 2023 with the new City Councilmembers and that the City Attorney be in attendance at this meeting. City Administrator Perrault summarized the comments from the Council noting there was not support to move to remote meetings at this time and noted staff would bring this matter back to the Council for further discussion in the new year. E. Council Tracker City Administrator Perrault provided the Council with an update on the Council Tracker. 2. COUNCIL COMMENTS AND STAFF UPDATES Councilmember Radziej stated he attended a business meeting this week with the North Twin Cities Chamber. Councilmember Holmes commented on the recent Metro Cities meeting she attended. Councilmember Holmes recommended the City have an Ordinance to address campers parked in front yards. Councilmember Holmes requested a crossing guard or police be placed at the Safe Routes to School crossing to Valentine Elementary Hills School. She stated this was a public safety concern. Mayor Grant suggested staff speak with school administration to encourage them to have crossing guards at the Safe Routes to School street crossing. Councilmember Holmes stated she believed Community Development Director Jagoe needed somebody more experienced helping her.