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<br /> ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - DECEMBER 14,1998 IS <br /> MOTION: Councilmember Malone moved and Councilmember Larson seconded a motion to <br />. cancel the Council meetings of December 21,1998 and December 28,1998. The <br /> motion carried unanimously (5-0). <br /> ADMINISTRATOR COMMENTS <br /> Mr. Fritsinger noted that the Council was provided with the layout of the Council Chamber <br /> design and Staff is requesting their comments and suggestions. <br /> Councilmember Malone asked why the hallway walls are sloped. Mr. Fritsinger stated that deals <br /> with sight lines and ability to have brochures and other materials on display. It also deals with <br /> the suspended ceiling and providing security into the office areas. <br /> Councilmember Malone stated his frustration at the classic line-up of offices along the outside <br /> walls and his preference for the offices to be located to the inside. <br /> Mr. Fritsinger advised that Corporate Express has put a Santa Claus on the roof of their building <br /> as they have been doing since 1971, He advised that it is a violation of the Sign Ordinance. <br /> Staff did talk with them about removing it and they mentioned it has been done since 1971. <br /> Mayor Probst asked if a complaint was received, Mr. Fritsinger stated that a complaint was not <br /> received and advised of other requests received but denied to place intlatable figures on rooftops. <br />. Councilmember Keim stated that this figure is not an advertisement, <br /> Councilmember Malone commented on the problem with establishing a precedent. <br /> Mayor Probst asked where you "draw the line" if Christmas lights or other holiday decorations <br /> are displayed. <br /> Councilmember Malone suggested that they be sent a letter notifying them that the Santa Claus <br /> can remain this year but must be not used after the year 2000. He noted that this will provide <br /> them with some notice. <br /> COUNCIL COMMENTS <br /> Councilmember Malone notified the Council that the Fire Department is likely to increase their <br /> pension. The current pay is $24 per year of service per month for the rest of their lives starting at <br /> age 50, He advised that it may be increased to $25 - $26 dollars. <br /> Mr. Fritsinger stated that the City Attorney did clarify the language relating the Fire Department <br /> actuary which he will provide to the Council. <br />. Mayor Probst asked if the City can reduce their contribution. Councilmember Malone stated that <br /> their pay per month and lump sum payment amounts have increased substantially and when <br /> benefits are increased they are increased to all. <br />