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. . . ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - APRIL 26, 1999 18 COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilmember Larson stated that he was pleased that the committee restructuring has been completed, He commended staff for their hard work and stated that he was amazed by the amount of work accomplished by the City staff. Councilmember Malone stated that a developer who had suggested the construction of a fitness club in the Gateway Business District had approached him. He informed the developer that he did not believe this was something that the City Council would be interested in, Mayor Probst agreed that this would not be a use he would hope for in that area, Councilmember Larson stated that there would not be enough room for a high-quality fitness club. Councilmember Aplikowski asked that the City maps be updated with the name changes of some of the City streets such as County Road F to Valentine Lake Road. She also asked that references to trailer parks be changed to mobile home parks, Councilmember Aplikowski stated that she would be attending the open house for the Pilgrim House, Councilmember Aplikowski invited anyone who may be interesting in attending the League of Minnesota Cities meeting in Rochester with her. She indicated that there would be an emphasis on youth this year, Mayor Probst encouraged attendance at this meeting as it is well worth the time and stated that he will try to attend the meeting himself. Councilmember Aplikowski expressed her appreciation to staff for their continued hard work. Councilmember Rem stated that she will be attending the Pilgrim House open house and she would also like to join Councilmember Aplikowski in attending the League of Minnesota Cities meeting. Councilmember Rem stated that the Newly Elected Officials meeting was very helpful. Councilmember Rem stated that she attended the Neighborhood Night Out in New Brighton. She also attended the open house for the Bond Referendum at Valentine Hills School. She indicated that the School District is looking for contributions for advertising and volunteers for the phone banle Mayor Probst stated that he received a letter from the Minnesota Commercial Railway and it seemed to be warmer than previous correspondence. He asked that staff reiterate the importance of a cooperative with the City of New Brighton, Mayor Probst requested additional information regarding the car and boat complaints in single family areas. He asked if these were isolated incidences or if complaints were occurring all over the City, Mr. Fritsinger stated that this is the time ofthe year when people are taking boats out of storage and often they are parked outside.