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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL — APRIL 24, 2023 19 Councilmember Monson stated she was concerned with the fact the fence would become a tax burden. She did not believe she could support a 170 foot long privacy fence being installed. She questioned if there was a way to review how long the fence should be in order to properly screen the neighboring residential property. Councilmember Fabel indicated he was surprised to find out Lindey's has not installed a fence in order to screen their business from the neighboring residential property. He stated Lindey's was now getting a brand new fence, which would be at great expense to the public. He did not appreciate that a fence would also be provided to Lindey's in order to make them a good neighbor. Mayor Grant explained he understood this concern. Councilmember Holden indicated the fence would be a much lower cost than the parking lot and she wanted to make sure proper screening was in place between Lindey's and Ms. Durhman. Councilmember Fabel stated it would be his preference if Lindey's would pay for the fence without having this to be done by the public. Mayor Grant commented it would be nice if this could be done, but unfortunately, a condition for approval would be required to ensure the fence was installed. A roll call vote was taken. The amendment carried 3-2 (Councilmembers Monson and Rousseau opposed). A roll call vote was taken. The amended motion carried (5- C. JDA Advisory Committee Request This item was removed from the agenda. 11. UNFINISHED BUSINESS None. 12. COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilmember Monson commented the fire department was considering a review of going into a fire district. She explained she was working with City Administrator Perrault and the Fire Chief in order to present the Council with further information on this topic in May or June. Councilmember Monson recommended an agenda setting policy be discussed by the Council in May. Councilmember Monson reported the JDA was more than welcoming and she wanted to have comments from the public. She noted the JDA had lots of ideas for open houses and ideas for presentations. She explained she was excited to have this discussion at the May 1 JDA worksession meeting.