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ARDEN HILLS SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL—DECEMBER 16, 2024 3 the old regime and she supported a new member of the community serving as the JDA Chair that is able to attend the monthly meetings. Councilmember Fabel commented he believed Mr. Wicklund has done an outstanding job serving as the JDA Chair. While Mr. Wicklund had missed meetings, he had not missed meetings where significant decisions were made. He stated he supported Mr. Wicklund remaining the JDA Chair given his experience with the project and strong leadership abilities. Interim City Administrator Jagoe explained she spoke with Mr. Wicklund in advance to this meeting and noted he shared it appears he would only have to miss two meetings in 2025. Mayor Grant indicated he spoke with Mr. Wicklund as well and he understood Mr. Wicklund was indecisive of whether or not he wanted to come back as Chair but was willing to serve. He stated this was a difficult decision for him, but he believed the City would be well served by opening up appointments for the Chair position. He understood there were bigger issues that are impacting the Rice Creek Commons project. Councilmember Rousseau reported she had a conversation with Mr. Wicklund regarding his position on the Planning Commission. She understood he was indecisive regarding his service on the Planning Commission and was willing to step away from that position in order to continue his service with the JDA. She explained she supported Mr. Wicklund continuing to serve as the JDA Chair. MOTION: Councilmember Fabel moved and Councilmember Monson seconded a motion to Approve Appointment of Joint Development Authority (JDA) Chair (2025-2026). A roll call vote was taken. The motion carried 3-2 (Councilmember Holden and Mayor Grant opposed). 7. COUNCIL/STAFF COMMENTS Councilmember Holden excused herself from the meeting. Councilmember Monson thanked Councilmember Fabel for his service on the City Council and JDA over the past two years. Councilmember Fabel stated this was his last meeting on the City Council. He hoped that everyone in the City can appreciate the outstanding staff that worked on behalf of the community. He believed the City was very well served by the professionals on staff. He urged the Council to continue to take care of the City staff members going forward. He stated he was proud of the City's efforts to move forward with the TCAAP project after a period of stalemate and that more housing would be provided to Arden Hills residents. Councilmember Rousseau explained she has enjoyed working with Councilmember Fabel over the past two years and thanked him for his service to the City of Arden Hills. Councilmember Rousseau stated she was interested in serving on the Gateway Visitor's Bureau. Mayor Grant reported he contacted the director of the Gateway Visitor's Bureau and explained he would like to continue with this organization. He explained in his conversation with the