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. . . ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - July 10,2000 10 Mr. Lynch stated he understood that a recommendation should be received by the task force by the July 31 regular meeting for review and decision at the August 14 regular meeting or further discussion at the August 21 worksession. He added the project plans should not be finalized in one night and time to review should be scheduled. Councilmember Aplikowski stated the Council should be firm, and invite the Task Force to present their recommendations for the Council's acceptance. Mayor Probst stated a large number of residents would probably be in attendance at meetings where the issue is discussed. Councilmember Aplikowski stated the Task Force should be notified that their report would be expected at the July 31 regular meeting. Counci]member Grant stated that is the Task Force's understanding. Councilmember Rem stated that some Ingerson neighborhood residents believe the primary issue is curbs and gutters, which is what people do not want. Shc added that high assessments amount to insult to injury with curbs and gutters being the primary objection. Councilmember Aplikowski stated, in her opinion, the whole neighborhood is not opposed to curbs and gutters. She added that the Council is not receiving such information from the review group. Mayor Probst stated many residents want the improvements but do not want their neighbors to know they are in favor. He stated that deadlines need to be established and the decision-making process completed. COUNCIL COMMENTS AND COMMITTEE LIAISON ACTIVITY REPORTS Councilmember Grant asked whether the City is a member of the National Flood Program. Mr. Lynch stated the City is not a member. Councilmember Grant stated the City of Eagan is a member of the National Flood Program, and received 12 inches of rain this week. Councilmember Grant stated he attended a recent Parks & Recreation Committee meeting, adding they are pleased with the Council's approval ofa Parks & Recreation Comprehensive Plan. Councilmember Aplikowski stated she attended a legislative policy meeting, adding she brought copies oflaw summaries and final actions for the Council's review. She added Mr. Lynch could provide copies. She noted the group is soliciting new topics for discussion. Councilmember Rem reviewed the Planning Commission's July 5 meeting. She stated a planning case involving an antenna on the County Road F tower was denied; a site plan review for the MNDOT facility on County Road I was approved; a lengthy discussion with regard to proposed ordinance amendments was held; and Ms. Chaput learned earlier that day that Welsh Companies no longer lease and manage the Gateway Boulevard properties, and their amendment requests were tabled.