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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—NOVEMBER 10, 2025 3 <br /> Councilmember Holden thanked the Met Council for the I&I grants noting the City has been <br /> working diligently to address its infiltration issues. She questioned what the Met Council's <br /> increase would be for 2026. <br /> Mr. Lindstrom noted the Met Council would be raising its rates in 2026 by 5%. <br /> Councilmember Holden inquired if Metro Mobility would remain limited in Arden Hills in <br /> 2026. She stated she would like to see full service restored for Metro Mobility for the seniors in <br /> the community. <br /> Mr. Lindstrom reported this was a critical service for the residents in this region. He indicated he <br /> would look into this further and would report back to the City Council. <br /> Mayor Grant asked if the Met Council would be continuing the water efficiency grants in July of <br /> 2026. <br /> Mr. Lindstrom anticipated the legacy funds from the legislature would continue in July of 2026. <br /> Councilmember Holden commented on how the City could do more to address sustainability <br /> efforts when it comes to City operations. She asked if there were grants available from the Met <br /> Council to assist the City with these efforts. <br /> Mr. Lindstrom commented on the grant opportunities that may be available to assist the City in <br /> pushing these goals forward. <br /> Mayor Grant thanked the representatives from the Met Council for their detailed presentation. <br /> 6. STAFF COMMENTS <br /> A. Transportation Update <br /> Public Works Director Swearingen reported the contractor was moving towards the final stages <br /> of the Lift Station 5 project. He explained Stowe Avenue and Noble Road were now open to <br /> traffic. He stated the remainder of County Road E should be paved by the end of the week. <br /> Councilmember Holden requested staff speak to the Open House that would be held for the <br /> project at Lexington Avenue and Highway 96. <br /> Public Works Director Swearingen stated Ramsey County has begun a transportation study on <br /> Highway 96 at the intersections of Lexington Avenue and Hamline Avenue. He noted different <br /> intersection configurations were being considered and the proposed open house was a very early <br /> planning conceptual opportunity to gain community feedback. <br /> 7. APPROVAL OF MINUTES <br /> None. <br />