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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL — SEPTEMBER 9, 2024 3 <br />housing in Arden Hills. She commented on how affordable housing within the confines of <br />TCAAP pertains to individuals that have low income and meet established thresholds. She <br />indicated affordable housing when used outside the confines of TCAAP cannot be controlled by <br />the City, rather costs were controlled by demand and landlords. She noted affordable housing <br />within TCAAP would not be available to individuals that have higher incomes, such as teachers, <br />lawyers and consultants. She indicated she did not have the opportunity to move to Arden Hills <br />until she was in her 40's because she could not afford it. She questioned why governmental <br />money would be provided to those who could afford housing or rent. She requested a <br />Councilmember stop misleading and confusing residents when it comes to affordable housing <br />outside the realm of TCAAP. <br />4. RESPONSE TO PUBLIC INQUIRIES <br />None. <br />5. PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS <br />None. <br />6. STAFF COMMENTS <br />A. Transportation Update <br />Public Works Director Swearingen reported the contractor has completed final paving for the <br />2024 PMP Street Improvement Project. However, he noted pond dredging was occurring near <br />Hamline Avenue and Colleen Avenue. <br />Public Works Director Swearingen updated the Council on the bollards on Lake Johanna <br />Boulevard. He reported the County has installed plastic bollards on the north to east bound lane of <br />Lake Johanna Boulevard. He noted the bollards would remain in place temporarily until snow <br />plowing would occur. <br />Councilmember Holden stated she received a complaint today that the roundabout was nothing <br />but weeds. She asked that this complaint be passed along to the County. <br />Public Works Director Swearingen explained he could pass this along to County staff. <br />Councilmember Holden asked if heavy rains created any pooling within the 2024 PMP project <br />area. <br />Public Works Director Swearingen stated the areas where pooling occurred were addressed <br />prior to the final lift of pavement being installed. He indicated everything was flowing as it should <br />be. He noted the project was not closed out and staff would address any concerns if any pooling <br />were to occur. <br />Councilmember Holden commented on the striping that was installed along Lake Johanna <br />Boulevard by the County. She indicated this has not stopped or slowed traffic in any manner. <br />7. APPROVAL OF MINUTES <br />