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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL — MAY 13, 2024 9 Councilmember Holden stated the reason the Council reviewed these requests individually was because each request was unique. She explained her preference would be to defer the assessment until the property subdivided. She recommended the deferral be longer than 10 years given the fact the road would last longer than 20 years. Councilmember Rousseau commented her preference would be to defer the assessment until there was a sale or subdivision. Councilmember Monson stated at this time the City would be deferring the assessment for 20 years on the second lot, which was for $6,045 or until the property owner subdivided or sold the lot. MOTION: Councilmember Monson moved and Councilmember Rousseau seconded a motion to adopt Resolution 2024-026, Declaring Costs to be Assessed for the property at 1370 Colleen Avenue deferring the assessment for the second lot for 20 years or until the property is sold or subdivided with the remaining REU being charged to the property. The motion carried 4-1 (Councilmember Holden opposed). MOTION: Councilmember Monson moved and Councilmember Holden seconded a motion to adopt Resolution 2024-026, Ordering the Preparation of the Proposed Assessments and Calling for a Public Hearing on the Proposed Assessments for 1370 Colleen Avenue related to the 2024 PMP Street & Utility Improvement Proiect. The motion carried (5-0). 12. UNFINISHED BUSINESS None. 13. COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilmember Rousseau explained besides the speakers at this meeting, she had several residents reach out to her as well, sharing their disappointment with the actions of one Councilmember and that this behavior may be setting the City up for litigation. She asked that the Mayor maintain civility so all residents and staff can feel safe at City meetings. Councilmember Rousseau commented she feared the City has not made appropriate accommodations for Councilmember Fabel. She was concerned the City may be violating the American with Disabilities Act by not making appropriate accommodations. She understood Councilmember Fabel has spoken to the Mayor in the past regarding the challenges he has hearing at public meetings. She asked that the City Council work to address these concerns so Councilmember Fabel can actively participate in the meetings. Councilmember Rousseau thanked the Public Works Department for keeping the City running. She suggested the great efforts of the Public Works Department be highlighted in an upcoming City newsletter. Councilmember Rousseau stated the EDC met with Ling Becker from Ramsey County Workforce Solution at their last meeting.