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. . . ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - MAY 24, 1999 15 Mayor Probst stated he would advocate commencing construction as soon as possible and the lease on the current space is up in 2 years. He added he would hope the staff would be in a position to make an orderly transition. COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilmember Larson stated he and Councilmember Rem toured the City's sewage lift station and water towers, learning about the City's public works. He expressed appreciation of Mr. Stafford's willingness to spend the morning with them. Councilmember Malone stated he would not be in attendance at the Council's June 14,1999 regular meeting. Councilmember Malone stated the City was chastised by the Focus for having an incorrect address listed for them in the records. He noted the City's address is misprinted in their paper. Councilmember Rem stated a Neighborhood Night was held recently by the Coalition for Healthy Youth, adding attendance was good at that event. Councilmember Rem stated the community flower planting was a success, and the job was completed with the hard work and efforts of many volunteers. Councilmember Rem stated she had heard comments from some residents that the City offices were difficult to find, and she suggested a map be included on City mailers and notices. Mayor Probst commended the Public Works staff on a recent letter from Sharon Klumpp, adding it would be good to broadcast such positive news publicly. Mayor Probst stated he received an invitation from Minneapolis Mayor Sharon Sayles-Belton to join other mayors in signing a statement on global warming. Mayor Probst asked whether City Hall had received any calls with regard to the County's commitment to maintain access to the boat launch at Lake Johanna, or whether staff had any comments. Mr. Fritsinger stated he was unaware of any calls being received, and he understood the homeowners were being told they could not use the launch. Mayor Probst stated he had understood from the County that the contractor was required to cooperate. For the benefit of Councilmember Malone who stated he would be absent, Mr. Fritsinger reviewed an issue to be discussed at the June 14, 1999 regular meeting involving a public meeting with residents living near the Highway IO/Highway 96 interchange. He stated there would be discussion with regard to an increase in noise level, and the State or County's intentions to address this issue. Mr. Fritsinger suggested the meeting should be held at another location to accommodate the large number of residents who might attend.