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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - JUNE 14, 1999 12 the fee is associated with, The key is to develop a policy that will be fair to all the various . developments, Councilmember Aplikowski stated that she too supported revisiting this portion of the Code. She expressed her belief that often times fewer options makes things easier. Councilmember Larson noted that sometimes flexibility is desirable, however, it would be preferable if the Code was written with more uniform language while still allowing some flexibility. Councilmember Larson noted that he had not attended the special Council meeting on June 7, 1999 and he wished to extend his congratulations to the Mayor and staff for the developments that have occurred at TCAAP. He stated that the Mayor had been stead fast in not only wanting a ncw City Hall, but for it to be located on that site. Councilmember Aplikowski expressed her appreciation to the individuals who worked to put on the Day in the Park event. She stated that it was a wonderful day all the way around. She also cxpressed her appreciation to the Committee members who spent a great deal of time and effort on the event. Mayor Probst also extended his appreciation to Mr. Moore and Ms. Olson for their hard work in making the event successful. As Council Liaison to the Parks and Recreation Committee, Councilmember Rem also expressed her appreciation to Mr, Moore and Ms. Olson for their hard work and to the staff who helped out with the games, She noted that there where many people at the event, although the day was hot. . Mayor Probst recognized Mr. Jim Perron for celebrating his 10th year with the City of Arden Hills, He indicated that the City does not do enough to recognize the staff members who have been with the City for a long time, Mayor Probst stated that the Channel 16 cable information needs to be updated. Mr. Fritsinger stated that he attempted to correct it this evening, however the computer was down at that time. He assured the Council that it would be corrected as soon as possible. Mayor Probst suggested that it might be better to turn the broadcast off, rather than having it run with erroneous information, Councilmember Aplikowski agreed that the cable broadcast is fuzzy and noted since the channels have changed, it is difficult to know what channel the broadcast is played on. If people cannot find the broadcast, they will lose interest. Mayor Probst asked who controls the broadcast system. Mr. Fritsinger stated that when the Council meetings are broadcast the City staff is in charge of the broadcast. When the Ramsey County Board is in session, the Cable Commission overrides the City's system, Councilmember Larson asked if staff could hang some City maps in the Council chambers, Mr. Fritsinger stated that this had bcen discussed when the City had first moved into its current location, He indicated that he would bring in some maps to hang on the walls, .