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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—DECEMBER 8, 2025 2 County staff shared that since the full implementation of the TGRS optimization work in 2023, levels of contamination in the water being treated in Building 116 have decreased by approximately 80%, leading to a decrease in air contaminant emissions from the air stripping process. EPA and MPCA regulators have informally indicated that, based on the current models and this optimization work, they are not concerned that current emissions would be a public health risk and the Army remains obligated to complete updated emissions modeling and real- time sampling, under regulatory supervision before any construction occurs at Rice Creek Commons. There is a collection of legal documents that govern all Army cleanup activities and any proposed changes to the TGRS. The JDA reviewed details of a feasibility study. Options considered were a simple analysis of in-place building modifications addressing aesthetics and screening or a more comprehensive study that could include a wider range of options, such as a building size reduction, modifications to the existing structure, energy capture opportunities, and potential on- site or off-site location alternatives. JDA direction was a future Request for Proposals and development agreement would list Building 116 as a preexisting condition. and the JDA will begin the process of engaging with regulators on the potential for clean energy capture and aesthetics. Also at the work session, the JDA reviewed a summary of the Request for Information responses. The RFI closed on November 14, 2025 and there were five responses received. The purpose of the RFI was to gain information to inform a future solicitation for development partner(s) at Rice Creek Commons. The JDA requested this agenda item be brought back in January for additional discussion to clarify the role of a Developer in a future solicitation. Commissioners requested that staff bring back information on considerations that would be needed for next steps for deciding on having a Lead Developer or a Hybrid model. There was consensus of the JDA that they intend to move quickly towards release of an RFP. Next at the Regular meeting following the work session, the JDA approved their 2026 Budget and reviewed their 2026 Road Map. Lastly on December 4th there was a mediation that is part of the court schedule for the litigation against Alatus Arden Hills, LLC. The mediation was not successful which means the litigation is proceeding. I will also add that by the November 28th deadline, the City and County were not added to the lawsuit. There have been no advisory committee meetings and the next JDA meeting will be held on January 5th. Mayor Grant reported the December 4 mediation was not successful. He asked if future mediations would be held with Alatus. City Administrator Jagoe explained she did not have an answer for the Council at this time. She reported the litigation was ongoing and continuous. Mayor Grant inquired if Building 116 was owned by the Army. City Administrator Jagoe indicated this was the case, but stated the building was on County property.