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I I. I . I I I I I .- I I I I . I I .- I ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - MAY 8, 1994 8 , Mayor Probst noted many valid issues have been raised regarding funding. The cost of this improvement will be over $1 million and funding sources will be from Ramsey County, Storm Water Management funds, MSA funds, and assessments. He noted although funding is received from a variety of sources, it is still limited. Mayor Probst did indicate that assessments can be modified by the City Council. Councilmember Malone indicated it is not by rule that all County Roads are not assessed, he said he was sorry if anyone told residents that there may never be any assessment, because they were mislead. Councilmember Malone indicated the turnback was not the City's choice, but by statute the road was turned back and the City had hoped the improvements would be done, but they were not. He also noted the improvements suggested by the County were to recycle the road and not actually reconstruct and improve the road. The route the City is taking may be more expensive up front, but the road will1ast a lot longer. Councilmember Malone also indicated the cities previously mentioned regarding assessments, all receive state aid to help in this area, the City of Arden Hills does not receive state aid and actually is currently paying in to the state so other cities can receive this State Aid. Councilmember Malone noted that MSA funds have been used for a variety of improvements including the stop lights near the Target Greatland store. Councilmember Malone indicated the Council is trying to be smart in handling the affairs of the City. Councilmember Aplikowski concurred with postponing decisions regarding the assessments until Council had an opportunity to review the appeals. Councilmember Aplikowski indicated for the record she also supports the elimination of the walkway and supports the residents in this issue. Councilmember Hicks requested staff to review records regarding any other major street where reconstruction had occured and if any variations to assessments had been made. Councilmember Hicks indicated he agreed that more than just the County Road residents use the road, but felt 2.5% usage for those residents was a little low. MOTION: Malone moved and Hicks seconded a motion to table Resolution #95-34 until the May 30, 1995 Regular Council meeting.