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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL — APRIL 10, 2023 26 Councilmember Rousseau explained her daughter and nephew participated in the egg hunt last weekend. She thanked staff and the volunteers that made this event possible. Councilmember Rousseau asked when the South Shore Fitness Park would be open to the public. Public Works Director/City Engineer Swearingen stated there were several punch list items that had to be resolved. He hoped the park would be ready for public use by the end of the summer. Councilmember Rousseau requested staff highlight this park in an upcoming newsletter when it was open to the public. Councilmember Holden suggested a groundbreaking or ribbon cutting ceremony be considered for this park. Councilmember Holden asked if MNDOT has contacted the City regarding buckthorn removal. Public Works Director/City Engineer Swearingen commented he has not heard back from MNDOT regarding buckthorn removal. He noted he could reach out again. Councilmember Holden thanked staff for all of their efforts on the easter egg hunt. Councilmember Holden stated the Army would be putting an RFP to clean up Round Lake. This project was anticipated to take five years to complete. She noted a fishing pier was planned for the lake. Councilmember Holden questioned if the City received a bid to secure the City's water towers. Public Works Director/City Engineer Swearingen commented he would be bringing this item to the Council at a future worksession meeting. Councilmember Holden encouraged the public to continue to bring their thoughts and requests for the TCAAP development to the City Councilmembers. Councilmember Fabel commended the Public Works Department for their tremendous efforts over the past several months during this very challenging winter. Councilmember Monson stated the JDA would be holding a worksession meeting on May 1. She indicated she would support the JDA allowing three minutes per person for public comment. Councilmember Monson reported she supported the thumb property being sold by the County and that this would kick off the redevelopment project. She indicated the County has a need for cash flow. Councilmember Monson asked how residents should address concerns regarding speeding traffic, vehicles running through stop signs and dogs off leash.