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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - FEBRUARY 28, 2000 10 . Mayor Probst statcd he has announced a spring construction very boldly at the last three Town Hall mcetings so he would like to be able to finally demonstrate that the City has "made it" and the project is moving ahead. Councilmember Rem stated she has concerns about setting the date for the groundbreaking if it has not yet been learned from the military that the City can be on the site on that date. Mayor Probst stated the City has received a written confirmation that the City can be on the site by that date for a groundbreaking and that the event could even be in March if the City desires. Councilmember Aplikowski noted the Town Hall meeting is scheduled for April 1 with the bulk of the meeting to bc held in the Great Hall from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. and then the audience will move to the gcneral area for booth visiting and gathering. Mayor Probst suggested the meeting start at 9:00 a.m. He notcd that last year the Ramsey County Sheriff s Department conducted dog demonstrations afterwards which were attended by quite a few people. He asked if April 29th is a more comfortable date for the groundbreaking since the newsletter could be used as a means of communication. He noted that a postcard mailing could also be considered. . Councilmember Larson agreed that the groundbreaking will be a photo opportunity and it would be nice to have dignitaries in attendance. However, he likes the idea of having residents feel they have an investment in it. He stated he likes the idea of inviting residents and giving them the opportunity to attend and see the beautiful new site for the City Hall and make it more of an event. Mayor Probst stated a tcnt with refreshments could be considered. Councilmember Larson stated it would be a sure way to get more people ifthe Town Hall mecting and the groundbreaking ceremony were held together. Mayor Probst stated he believed the Town Hall attendance would be better ifit is held at Bethel College. Councilmember Grant stated the City wants to assure residents are notified adequately so they attend the groundbreaking ceremony. He noted that a later date provides more time to advertise, encourage involvement from tlle community, and "iron out" any possible issues with the Army. Councilmember Larson stated his support to hold the Town Hall meeting at Bethel College, given the number of organizations and people who participate. Councilmember Grant asked if the groundbrealcing ceremony has to be held on the same day as the Town Hall meeting. . Mayor Probst stated it does not, except that is his personal preference for reasons already stated. Councilmember Aplikowski stated letters need to be sent to dignitaries if they are going to attend.