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. . ~. , ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - AUGUST 11. 1997 6 Councilmember Hicks inquired to what extent the City would be responsible for payment for a trail it does not approve of. Mayor Probst stated he wants a discussion of all the City's options before making a decision on this Resolution, as the language in the "THEREFORE" section is very strong. Councilmember Aplikowski suggested appearing before a Ramsey County Commissioner's meeting in the near future. Mr. Fritsinger stated a formal presentation could be made before the Ramsey County Board, either as part of the meeting agenda or possibly part of the public discussion section. Mr. Fritsinger further stated he would like to discuss any fOffilal presentation with Commissioner Bennett first, so he would have some background. Councilmember Keirn stated if a presentation was to be made to the board, it ought to be made by the Mayor and as many members of the City Council as possible, as this would have a greater impact than if presented by a Highway 96 Task Force member. She suggested first inviting the two Commissioners previously noted to the next Council Worksession, and if they cannot or do not attend, then the City should make a presentation to the full board. Mayor Probst requested that StatT research the method of getting on the agenda of a Commissioner's meeting in the near future. Councilmember Hicks stated his agreement with approaching the two Ramsey County Commissioners less formally as a first step, and then presenting before the full board if necessary. He stated passing this Resolution at tonight's meeting could have negative consequences for the City. Councilmember Aplikowski commented that Mr. Tolaas seems more willing to discuss these issues with the City than does Mr. Holmberg. She reiterated her opinion that the Council needs to speak directly with the Commissioners, either at the next Council Worksession or at a Ramsey County Commissioner's meeting. Councilmember Keim suggested Staff begin the process of getting on the agenda for a Ramsey County Board meeting immediately, as it may take a while to be placed on an agenda. E. Cummings Park, Repair of Trail Washout Cindy Walsh, Parks & Recreation Director, stated that a wash-out occurred at the east side of Cummings Park during the thunderstorms from June 29th through July 3,d As a result of this, an area 70 feet x 30 feet and an average of7 feet deep has eroded. As per Mr. Stonehouse's suggestion, she received a recommendation from American Engineering Testing on how to repair this wash-out and prevent it from happening again. Ms. Walsh stated any engineering questions could be referred to Mr. Stonehouse.