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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION JANUARY 20, 2004 3 . The Council discussed sign age height and design standards, and directed Staff to have the Parks, Trails and Recreation Committee and Planning Commission discuss tile Gateway Signage project at a joint meeting in July, 2004. Council further indicated that staff could proceed with the Nelson easement at its next regular meeting, contingent upon a height restriction of 4'-6' on the Gateway Signage easement. 2.C Emplovee Recognition Program Ms. Young presented the Employee Recognition Program, which the Employee Recognition Committee drafted in 2003. The Council and Staff discussed options for recognition, directing staff to provide them with copics of the "Hills Happenings" and also to develop specific criteria for money or time saving ideas. The Council directed the ERC bring forth a revised draft of the program at the February Work Session. 2.E 2004 Retreat Ms. Wolfe presented a draft of the 2003 accomplishments and 2004 goals as a tool to assist in the preparation for the 2004 Retreat. . 2.F Human Rights Committee Mayor Aplikowski said she received a call from a Mounds View Counselor and resident requesting Arden Hills revive its Human Rights Committee (HRC) and become more active concerning the issues occurring at Mounds View High School. She noted the school would take the initiative to address the issues, but asked if thc City would offer support. Ms. Wolfe said she had also had dialogue with Mounds View High School Principal Julie Wikelius and Shoreview Manager Terry Schwerm. The discussion revolved around cities taking a more active roll by joining other cities that are active when dealing with human rights issues. She noted that Ms. Wikelius said she wanted a venue to articulate the [human rights] efforts with the broadcr community. Councilmember Rem noted her support for Arden Hills more activc participation by rcviving its Human Rights Committee as a compliment to surrounding cities who have active Human Rights Committee's when issues come forth. After Council discussion, it was the consensus to continue gathering information, including attendance at some upcoming meetings. The Council is not yct ready to reestablish the Human Rights Commission at this time. .