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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - NOVEMBER 13, 2000 7 Mayor Probst askcd for clarification with regard to the City's financial commitment to the . projects. Mr. Stafford stated that the County will complete the projects regardless of the City's position, adding it is necessary for staffto identify priority projects. Councilmember Larson asked why County Road D between Cleveland Avenue and New Brighton Road were not included as a priority. Mr. Stafford stated that those projects are identified as part of the County's, Transportation Improvemcnt Program. Councilmember Grant requested clarification with regard to the term "non-progran1 projects", Mr. Stafford stated that these are secondary projects to be considered after primary projects are completed, Councilmember Grant noted that the City had requested a speed study on Old Snelling Avenue from the County, and requested an update, Mr. Stafford stated thc speed study was completed. He added the average speed was 45 mph, He noted the study would be submitted to the State for final speed limit dctermination. Councilmember Larson reviewed the Planning Commission's recent meeting. He stated that some remaining zoning ordinance amendments were approved. He added that a new zoning map including the Neighborhood Business District was approved. He added that right-of-way issues were discussed. Councilmember Larson statcd that a potential developer for the property at New Brighton Road . and Lake Johanna Boulevard presented plans and requested the Commission's comments. He addcd the Commission reacted favorably to the development. He noted that the potential development includes a residential component which is not allowed under the Neighborhood Business District in which the property lies. Councilmcmber Larson reviewed a recent Fire Board meeting, He stated a proposal to take funds from Alliant Tech for the Pension Fund was discussed. He added a replacement for the current tanker truck was considered. He noted the capital budget would be affected if a replacement truck were purchased. Councihnember Aplikowski stated the Events Committee had decided that February 14,2001 would be a Proclamation Day commencing the anniversary celebrations. She added the Events Committee had asked what role the Council might play in Proclamation Day, Mayor Probst stated hc would be interested in seeing an overall schedule. Councilmember Aplikowski stated the Committee will meet Wednesday November 15, adding she would obtain more specifics from them. Councilmember Aplikowski asked whether the Committee can plan to have banners in the City, Councilmember Larson stated he understood that Ms. Chaput had reviewed the ordinance, adding she indicated the statute language allowed for banners. . Councilmember Aplikowski stated the September 2001 is the designated month for the Fall volunteer recognition banquet but a specific date has not been determined, She added that the