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Minutes of the Reg~ Page 10 Council Meeting, August 10, l~ DRAINAGE COMPLT. TILLER & DELLWOOD Council was referred to a letter from Forrest Bear, 1234 Tiller Lane, relative to proposed building on property in his area that is considered by the neighbors to be a holding pond. Council was referred to a memorandum from the Zoning Administrator, 6-25-87, . which advised that the home constructed at 3350 Dellwood Avenue was granted a variance by the Board of Appeals and permission from Rice Creek Watershed to modify the flowage easement on the property. A copy of the Planner's letter to the owner of the property (8-7-87), was also reviewed. Miller advised the owner of the vacant lot (Lot 13) on Dellwood Avenue to contact the City Engineer to ensure that the City's concerns regarding drainage in this area are addressedj also advised the owner to pursue Rice Creek Watershed approval. . Council concurred that staff direct a letter to Forrest Bear which explains that the City cannot deny use of a lot of record and respond to the other concerns listed in the letter; also to thank Mr. Bear for bringing the matter to the City's attention. TREASURER REPORT RESIGNATION OF TREAS. D. LAMB Council was referred to a letter from Donald Lamb advising of his resignation as Village Treasurer, to be effective no later than August 31, 1987. Council concurred that a letter of thanks for service to the Village and extending their best wishes be sent to Don Lamb. . Moved by Hansen, seconded by Peck, that Council accept with regret the resignation of Donald Lamb from his appointment as Village Treasurer and, furthermore, that staff send a letter on behalf of the Council extending special thanks and best wishes to Donald Lamb. Motion carried unanimously. (4-0) TREASURER APPTMT. Mayor Woodburn reviewed the duties of Village Treasurer and laws regarding appointment of the treasurer; per the Minnesota League of Cities Handbook. He recommended for Council consideration the appointment of Frank Green to the position; noting Green is currently a resident of Arden Hills, residing on Colleen Avenue, he is employed by Burlington Northern as Assistant Treasurer in charge of Accounting and Investments. Green has a degree in economics from University of Duluth and is a C.P.A. Mayor advised that Green was unable to attend the meeting this evening, however, if Council would like to meet with him arrangements could be made. Moved by Hansen, seconded by Peck, that Council ratify the appointment of Frank Green as Village Treasurer for the City of Arden . Hills. Motion carried unanimously. (4-0) OTHER BUSINESS REQ. LT. BRIGADE Councilmember Peck referred to the letter from the Light Brigade; regarding donations from Pot O'Gold Bingo Parlor. Council concurred that a letter be sent to the Light Brigade advising them to contact Louis Walsh or Jim Adams with this request. SUBURBAN YOUTH SERVo Councilmember Hansen referred to the letter from the. North Suburban Youth Services Bureau; regarding the County eliminating 1988 funding for the Bureau and requesting Council support by sending a letter to Ramsey County to include funding for the program in the 1988 Ramsey County budget. Council discussed .whether or not this matter should be addressed indiVidually or as full Council; if the matter should be referred to the PS!W Committee and should the Village continue involvement. RAMSEY COUNTY Mayor Woodburn recommended that a letter be sent to LIBRARY BLDG. Ramsey County requesting they promptly proceed with their library facilities plan and that we would like to see the administrative buildings in the north suburbs. Council generally . agreed to send a letter to ~ey County.