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. . . . Arden Hills Council July 13, 1992 10 expense involved now. He asked Mr. podlasek how much responsibility he assumes for not taking prompt action. Mr. podlasek said he doesn't think he has any responsibility for what happened. Councilmember Malone stated that in all City projects, the City does the best it can, but the public must also do their part. He stated that the City is not responsible to return a driveway back to its original grade after construction projects, some deviation of original grade may be necessary to match reconstructed streets. Attorney Filla stated that in situations such as this he recommends that before any amount of compensation is awarded, the City receive a release of claim. For purposes of discussion, Councilmember Mahowald offered the following motion. MOTION: Mahowald moved, seconded by Hicks, to compensate Mr. Podlasek in the amount of $1,900 for improvement of his driveway, upon receipt of a release of claim. Motion failed (3-1; Mahowald voted aye; Sather, Malone & Hicks voted nay). Councilmember Malone commented that he believes a fair compensation is about half the amount in the previous motion because he does not think someone should "benefit" from a project in this manner. Mayor sather concurred. MOTION: Malone moved, seconded by Hicks, to compensate Mr. Podlasek in the amount of $800 for improvement of his driveway, payable to a contractor of Mr. podlasek's choice, upon receipt of a release of claim. Motion carried unanimously (4-0). ~QJJ~CIL COMMENTS ARMY RE?ERVE BREAKFAST & PROPERT~ Acting Clerk Administrator Iago reminded Council of the Arden Hills Army Reserve Center informal breakfast meeting on July 22, 1992 and noted which Councilmembers might attend. Mayor Sather announced that he will be meeting soon with Army representatives regarding potential use of the Army Reserve property; he invited Council to attend.