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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION November 15, 2004 12 . City Administrator Wolfe stated that the City's Building Inspector is currently evaluating his employment options with the City and Lake Johanna Fire Department. Coullcilmember Holden asked about the status of the City Engineer position? City Administrator Wolfe noted that an engineer cannot receive his/her certification unless they work for a certified engineer. Therefore, it would be very difficult for the City to hire a licensed engineer at this time. The City will have to explore other options such as hiring an engineering teclmician or possibly share an engineer with another community. Councilmember Holden mentioned that the name of the City Administrator is wrong on cable channel 98 and that it is very hard for some residents to read the screen on cable channel 16. City Administrator Wolfe will notify our local access cable contact about these issues. Councilmember Holden also thanked Jackie Gritz for her hard work during this year's election. Councilmember Larson: Councilmember Larson mentioned that the Lake Johanna Fire Board is scheduled to meet on November 17th, at 7:30 AM. Councilmember David Grant: . Councilmember Grant reported that he has heard a number of positive comments regarding the Ramsey County Sheriff Deputy assigned to Mounds View High School. Councilmember Grant suggested that the City approach the railroad about installing a walking path or sidewalk under the bridge. Councilmember Grant requested an update on the old City Hall and Indykiewicz properties. Community Development Director Clark reported that the old City Hall site is in the process of a Phase I Environmental Assessment, wetland delineation, and formal appraisal of the property. Holiday Gas Station is still expressing interest in purchasing the Indykiewicz site. Mayor Aplikowski: Mayor Aplikowski received a letter from the National Guard regarding the TCAAP property. Mayor Aplikowski requested a follow-up to the dangerous dog situation. City Administrator Wolfe reported that a dog recently killed another dog in an Arden Hills ncighborhood. Ifthe dog is considered to be vicious by the State of Minnesota and City Code it may have to be put down. The neighbors have contacted Jerry Filla to offer their input regarding whether or not the dog should be considered vicious and put down. . Mayor Aplikowski reported that the dog owner has installed a fence and is trying to make the situation better. The dog's owner has requested that the dog not be muzzled.