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I I Ie I I I I I I I. I I I I I I I Ie I ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - JUNE ro. 1996 10 E. Resolution #96-36a. Adopting Final Assessment Roll (8 Years Amortization) For Parcels 3 and 11 MOTION: Aplikowski moved and Keirn seconded a motion to adopt Resolution No. 96-36a, Adopting Final Assessment Roll (8 Years Amortization) For Parcels 3 and 11. The motion carried unanimously (4-0). ADMINISTRATOR COMMENTS Mr. Fritsinger noted the County Road F construction project and concern about the slow pace by Midwest Asphalt to complete the long punch list. He advised staff has discussed this issue and recommended the Council consider imposing a $450 per day penalty for not completing this work by July 1st. It was noted this is a contractual requirement. Council consensus was reached to direct staff to so inform Midwest Asphalt. Mr. Fritsinger commented on the need to encourage Ramsey County to place the Tony Schmidt Park on their CIP priority list. He eXplained there have been some changes in Ramsey County park funding and suggested the City encourage them to move the Tony Schmidt Park to the top of their list by having Mayor Probst forward a letter to the County Commissioners to make this request for 1997. Mr Fritsinger also suggested the City hold a neighborhood meeting later this fall (as Ramsey County approaches their budget process) to gather more support for that action. Mayor Probst stated his concurrence with Mr. Fritsinger's suggestion and intention to send Ramsey County a letter congratulating them for funding other projects and encouraging them to now consider the Tony Schmidt Park. COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilmember Keirn advised that due to another commitment, she will be unable to attend the June 12, 1996, Human Rights Commission meeting. Councilmember Keirn commented on the Perry Park opening and added it was a wonderful time. Mayor Probst indicated he was disappointed at the limited press coverage ofthis park opening, especially considering the large announcement of this event. Councilmember Aplikowski explained the Park and Recreation Committee is hoping to hold an opening each year at a different park. Councilmember Aplikowski updated the Council regarding the newsletter articles. She advised she is planning to go to Rochester and that this event is well attended by New Brighton representatives so she hopes to be joined by others from Arden Hills. Mayor Probst inquired regarding the County Road F punch list items and expressed similar concerns with the Stowe Avenue project which is not completed. Mr. Stonehouse explained about one-half of the punch list is completed and staff is talking with the contractor on a weekly