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. . . ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - MAY 12. 1997 6 to take place the first week in June involving the various property owners and Ramsey County to discuss some of these issues. Councilmember Malone inquired if the sewer main belonged to the Metropolitan Council. Mr. Fritsinger indicated that it did, and that approval would be needed to adjust or move this line. Mayor Probst inquired regarding possible reimbursement from the Metropolitan Council in this matter. Mr. Fritsinger indicated this issue has not been discussed as of yet. Councilmember Malone suggested the boulevard be wider than 22 feet, and that it be comprised of four lanes. He further inquired regarding right-of-way issues. Mr. Ringwald replied the right- of-way information had not yet been received from MN/DOT, and that the entire area was being reviewed by MN/DOT before their final decision. Mayor Probst inquired if this issue would be on the agenda for discussion at the next Council Worksession. Mr. Fritsinger indicated it would be. E, Resolution #97-22, Requesting Approval of Charitable Gambling Premises Permit Application, ABW A Lady Slipper Chapter at Flaherty's Arden Bowl City Administrator Fritsinger, reported the two-year permit for the American Business Women's (ABW A) Lady Slipper Chapter to conduct Class B gambling activity at Flaherty's Arden Bowl would expire on July 31, 1997. State Charitable Gambling Board requirements are that Premises Permit renewal applications and supporting resolutions be reviewed and approved sixty (60) days prior to the current permit expiration date. Mr. Fritsinger advised that the applicant had submitted all necessary documents for permit renewal to City Accountant, Terrance Post. A review of ordinance compliance for fifty percent (50%) trade area spending requirements for the twenty-four (24) month period from April 1995 to March 1997 had resulted in a finding that the organization had met City requirements by expending 82% in the trade area (Exhibit C). The organization's charitable donation by-laws were also provided for additional information (Exhibit D). Mr. Fritsinger further noted the organization's Gambling Manager, Marilyn Damman, was present in the audience to answer any questions. Mr. Fritsinger stated Staff recommended approval of Resolution #97-22. MOTION: Hicks moved and Keirn seconded a motion to adopt Resolution #97-22, approving the ABW A's Class B Charitable Gambling Premises Permit Renewal Application at Flaherty's Arden Bowl. The motion passed unanimously (5-0). Councilmember Hicks thanked Ms. Damman for her organization's benevolence and giving in excess of City requirements.