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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - NOVEMBER 10. 1997 19 . looking at the easements necessary to do the utility work and that issue should be resolved shortly, Mr. Fritsinger reported on utility work which has started and is moving forward. COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilmember Hicks provided an update with regard to fee title on Lindey's triangular pieces of property, He advised that he had asked Tom Mulcahy to provide an opinion to the City. Mr. Fritsinger stated he had spoken with the City Attorney and Parks and Recreation Director about this and recommends a conversation among all parties, Councilmember Hicks reported that he is unable to attend the Northwest Youth and Family Services meeting this week. Councilmember Malone stated the Lake Johanna Volunteer Fire Department will meet to discuss if they should increase their benefits. He provided an update regarding this issue and urged caution so the City is not responsible for making up the difference, Councilmember Hicks requested Council direction. Mayor Probst stated this is an issue for contract discussion. Councilmember Malone concurred, . Mayor Probst supported as high a limit as possible to better protect the City. Councilmember Aplikowski indicated support up to 95 percent and no lower than 90 percent. The Council concurred, Councilmember Aplikowski stated she is glad to see progress made with Ryder Truck and the proposed Arden Hills signage. Councilmember Aplikowski stated she spoke with Highway 10 residents about their concern with the North Heights Lutheran Church development and the problem of parking lot lights shining into the new development. Councilmember Aplikowski reported that a resident approached her stating they feel bad that the City is treating the Nixon family so rough, to which she provided an explanation ofthe City's position. Councilmember Keirn asked if all need to be present next Monday in case she is absent. Mr. Fritsinger stated only a majority vote is needed, Mayor Probst reported on the facilities survey done in the Mounds View School District regarding athletic facilities and suggested discussion be held at the November 24 meeting regarding Arden Hills taking the lead on TCAAP with other cities participating in the cost. . Mr, Fritsinger stated in addition to other cities, Ms. Walsh is meeting with the Athletic Association to see if they will also participate. They have also talked about the cost and estimate it will cost $2,000 to $3,000 to prepare a design; not a large investment by anyone party.