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. . . ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - JANUARY 27. 1997 12 Councilmember Malone again stated his concern with this liability, and inquired why more private industry has not been involved in this venture, Councilmember Hicks commented that, theoretically, this Agreement will cost nothing if everything goes according to plan. He stated he feels some sense of obligation, as the other communities involved are participating readily. Mayor Probst offered his continued support of this project. He stated that while he recognizes there is significant risk involved, he feels hockey will continue to be played in Minnesota for quite some time. He stated he feels the prime time hours are low risk, and the cost exposure is in line with other community programs. He also approves of the replenishing escrow, and feels it is insurance against default. He stated he feels that the exposure is manageable, but the City will need to stay very involved in this project to assure its success. Councilmember Aplikowski stated her support of this project which she feels is viable. She inquired regarding talk of the southern Metro area building a multiple sheet arena. Mr. Erickson stated that while this was a project in the works at one time, the parties have disbanded and, at this time, there are no plans for this area to construct a multiple sheet arena. MOTION: Keirn moved and Aplikowski seconded a motion to approve the Quad Ice Arena Master and Supplemental Agreements subject to the six stipulations outlined in Mr. Fritsinger's memorandum. The motion carried (4-1 Malone). E. Resolution #97-07, Supporting an Application to the Department of Natural Resources Cooperative Trail Grant. Cindy Walsh, Parks and Recreation Director, stated she has been exploring trail grant opportunities for the Arden Hills area. She stated County Road F between Hamline Avenue and Lexington A venue seems to be the best possibility for funding at this time. She gave the total estimate of this project to be approximately $65,000, half of which is subject to a matching grant, which would leave approximately $32,500 as the City's portion. Mayor Probst inquired what the length of this trail would be. Ms. Walsh stated approximately one-half of a mile, ending at the cpr Guidant driveway. Mayor Probst commented that Lexington Avenue is really our only North/South connection. Ms. Walsh stated at this time this was the best connection, but staff is also looking into a trail along Old Highway 10 in the future. MOTION: Hicks moved and Aplikowski seconded a motion to adopt a Resolution #97-07 Supporting an Application to the Department of Natural Resources Trail Grant. The motion carried unanimously (5-0).