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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION MAY 17, 2004 3 . also mentioned that the proposed improvements include a sidewalk system. Mr. Moore mentioned that a total of 250 households had received meeting notices for each meeting. He indicated that a total of 29 residents attended the two meetings. In addition, a number of Council and PTRC members also attended the meetings. Mr. Moore mentioned that four residents who are opposed to this project expressed safety concerns with entering and exiting their driveways, loss of landscape, and increased pedestrian traffic. The remaining 25 residents who attended the meetings showed support for the proposed improvement. Mr. Moore requested the Council provided direction. There was a general consensus to move forward with the improvements, however staff was asked to come back with options with regards to the layout ofthe sidewalk, such as sidewalk next to street or boulevard or no boulevard. 2.F. Old 10 Rail Bridl!:e Pedestrian Imnrovement Studv The consulting engineer (URS) had not yet received and reviewed all the necessary information. The report will be reviewed at a later date. 2.G. Celebrate Arden Hills Michelle Olson, Park and Recreation Supervisor, provided an overview of the upcoming event. She brought up the issue of providing free dinner tickets to volunteers and staff who worked at the event. There was a general consensus to provide a free ticket to every staff member who has . worked a complete shift at the event. Volunteers would not be eligible for free tickets. Councilmembers were asked to promote the event and also help sell the dinner tickets. 2.H. Law Enforcement Service Expectations Michelle Wolfe, City Administrator, stated that during the recent review of the contract, it was emphasized that communication between the City and the Sheriffs Department needed to be improved and on-going. There was emphasis placed on increased visibility of the Sheriffs within the City. The Sheriffs Department has also been requested to increase graffiti patrol and to initiate immediate clean-up, in addition to its role in addressing Human Rights and diversity issues. A Councilmember emphasized that the Sheriffs needed to spend more time patrolling the streets. The Sheriffs Department will be invited to a future work session to discuss these and other topics. 3. Council Reports Councilmember Holden: It was mentioned that Presbyterian Homes is having a close proximity meeting which is intended for the neighborhood. Councilmember Larson - stated the Fire Board Meeting will take place on Wednesday, May . 19th.