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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - October 10,2000 7 Councilmember Grant stated that two neighborhoods had lower PCI ratings than the Ingerson . neighborhood, but Ingerson had more ponding issues, He added it was his understanding that the Ingerson neighborhood was chosen for the project because state funding sources were available, He noted he would prefer to see road projects driven by the condition of the roads and not the condition of the City's finances, Councilmember Aplikowski stated it might be wise to wait until the second generation surface water management plan is completed before reviewing the project again, MOTION: Councilmember Rem moved and Councilmember Aplikowski seconded a motion to remove the motion currently under consideration. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). MOTION: Councilmember Rem moved and Councilmember Grant seconded a motion to withdraw from thc Ingerson Neighborhood project due to lack of agreement on the revised feasibility report. Voting on the motion: Aplikowski, Grant and Rem voted aye, Probst and Larson voted nay, The motion carried (3-2). B. Outdoor Skating Rink Establishment and Operation Policy . Mr. Lynch stated that Ms. Fran Holmes presented a petition to the Council at their September 11 meeting and was requested to attend the recent meeting ofthe Parks, Trails and Recreation Committee (PTRC). He added that as a result of that meeting, the PTRC is recommending the re- establishment of the skating rink at Valentine Park. Mr. Lynch stated that due to future storm water management planning as well as the parks comprehensive plan study, staff recommends not to re-establish the rink or warminghouse at Valentine Park. He added staff also agrees with the PTRC's recommendation to eliminate the pleasure rink at Cummings Park for the 2000/200 I season, Mr. Lynch stated that the PTRC also recommends that no private rentals be allowed during general skating hours with the exception of the previously established policy with local hockey associations, Councilmember Aplikowski expressed concern that neighborhood traditions and the City's enjoyment of green space are being lost. She expressed concern that City staff decided that the rinks are no longer feasible and will be closed despite the recommendations of the PTRC. She noted she finds it personally offensive that neighborhoods are impacted by budget issues. Councilmember Aplikowski stated that staffing issues in the warminghouses can be resolved. She added that such decisions should not be made arbitrarily without some discussion with . neighborhood residents. She noted that such decisions should be delayed until the completion of the City's comprehensive plan.