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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—JUNE 9, 2025 6 <br /> Councilmember Rousseau thanked Tree Trust and Ann Hall for their assistance with the recent <br /> tree sale. She reported all 50 trees at the tree sale sold this past weekend. <br /> Councilmember Rousseau asked if there was any interest from the Council in sending a letter to <br /> the Ramsey County Sheriff requesting they inform the City when federal authorities (ICE) have <br /> been in the community. She was of the opinion the City should have this information for <br /> transparency purposes with the community. <br /> City Administrator Jagoe reported she would speak with the Ramsey County Sheriffs <br /> Department regarding this matter. <br /> Councilmember Weber stated he attended the recent tree sale and he explained he would support <br /> the City holding a tree sale again in 2026. <br /> Councilmember Holden reported the gardens look great driving down County Road 96. She <br /> thanked the Public Works Department for their efforts. <br /> Councilmember Monson commented Freeway Park has the new playground structure in place <br /> and it was fantastic. She encouraged the public to take advantage of this new play structure. <br /> Councilmember Monson stated the City was planning to hold a 751' Anniversary Celebration in <br /> 2026. She indicated she and Councilmember Holden would be involved with a committee <br /> regarding the 75 h anniversary recognition and were looking for additional volunteers to assist <br /> with planning efforts. Those interested in assisting were encouraged to visit the City's website to <br /> apply for the committee. <br /> Mayor Grant commented on the City's water rebate program, which applied to residents who <br /> have recently purchased water saving toilets, washers or dishwashers. He encouraged residents to <br /> contact the City to learn more about this program as it could lead to a $200 savings on an <br /> upcoming utility bill. He recommended information regarding this program be included in an <br /> upcoming Arden Hills Notes. <br /> Mayor Grant explained he and Councilmember Holden attended the Sea Cadets Farewell <br /> program, where two seniors graduated. <br /> Mayor Grant discussed the email the City Council received from staff regarding the open <br /> meeting law relative to remote meeting participation. He asked that staff look into the new <br /> parameters further and to pass this information along to the Council. <br /> Mayor Grant requested staff also pass along a memo to the Council relative to the legislature. <br />