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, Minutes of the Regular Council ,Meeting, May II, 1987 . Page 7 PARKING (CONT'D) Councimember Hansen commented that she had discussed the parking situation with the School Board; the response was that it is a City problem. Council suggested urging residents to submit a petition to the School Board requesting resolution of the parking situation. After discussion, Council consensus was to approval individual street postings until the end of this year and review the parking situation prior to the beginning of school next fall. Peck moved, seconded by Sather, that Council ratify the posting of no parking signs on Crystal Avenue and Dellview. Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) OTHER BUSINESS TOUR OF NSP FACILITY Councilmember Hansen reported that the RCLLG meeting tour of the NSP Plant in Newport was well attended by representatives from Arden Hills and wss very interesting and informative. RESIGNATION; ZEHM Councilmember Hansen thanked Steve Zehm for his years of service as a part-time employee. Clerk Administrator advised Council that a Public Works employee had expressed an interest in the custodial position; Council instructed Morrison to review the Union contract . for any conflicts. PROPOSED SERVICE Council discussed the informational memorandum from FEES INCREASE Clerk Administrator regarding an increase in fees for services provided by the Village; i.e., copies of Council and Planning minutes, assessment searches, Code Books, etc. Council suggested the clarification be included, such as "annual fee" or "postage included", on the final draft. Council questioned if copies would still be provided free of charge to County Board Chairman, Ramsey County Sheriffs Department, etc., and if the increase reflects what surrounding communities charge. Morrison stated the copies would still be provided free of charge to persons connected with the operation of the Village; she noted the fees reflect what metro area communities are charging for these services. Hansen moved, seconded by Winiecki, that Council accept the miscellaneous fee increase, effective July 1, 1987, as proposed by the Clerk Administrator in her informational memorandum (5-8-87). Motion carried unanimously. (5-0) DRAINAGE PROBLEM Mayor Woodburn referred Council to a letter dated 1270 WYNRIDGE 5-7-87, relative to the drainage problem on Wynridge caused by improper grading. Clerk Administrator commented that she has discussed the matter with the . Building Inspector who advised the owner of the property has the necessary equipment to correct the problem; Squires has contacted the owner and stated he would check the area to determine if the grading has been corrected. Morrison suggested sending a certified letter to the owner defining what needs to be done and setting a date for completion of the project. Council discussed what the basis for enforcement would be and recommended Morrison review the matter with the Attorney, Building Inspector and Public Works Supervisor to determine responsibility for correction of the problem. KARTH LAKE CIRCLE Mayor Woodburn referred Council to a letter regarding a hedge on Karth Lake Circle and Hamline Ave., which hinders motorists visibility; also mentioned was the poor striping on Hamline Ave. Council instructed the Public Works Supervisor to review both items and report to Council. . MSA FUNDS; SNELLING Mayor Woodburn advised the Village has been rejected for MSA Funds for Old Snelling Avenue, however, the Engineer is still pursuing this matter.