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I'" . DRAFT ARQEN HU"LS CITY COlJN!:;IL - MAY 27. 1997 5 I It brought up with the business owner. Mr. Ringwald further stated the deadline for landscaping on this property was May 31, 1997, and it appeared it would not be accomplished by that date. I A brief discussion ensued regarding sale of private property (boats, cars, etc.) on right-of-way property. Mr. Ringwald stated the City was working with MNDOT and Ramsey County in adding grass and signs to the property so it does not appear to look like a parking lot. I Councilmember Aplikowski briefly discussed the welfare reform meeting she attended in Ramsey County, I Councilmember Aplikowski asked for discussion regarding the proposed jail site in Shoreview. Mayor Probst suggested that Council not take a formal position, but could discuss this matter. I Councilmember Aplikowski stated that while a multi-service center could be an asset to the area, she did not see how the jail could be. She further stated constituent concerns regarding the I release of felons into the area. Councilmember Malone commented from a business standpoint, the proposal did not seem to be I feasible, as two separate facilities with separate staff would be difficult to maintain. He stated the Council could take action to support the Sheriffs Department, which was against this proposal. He further stated since a jail is a temporary holding site, the release of felons was not a Ie significant issue. I Mayor Probst inquired regarding the Army's plans to switch surrounding residents from wells to City water. Mr. Ringwald stated the City has had no recent discussions with the Army on this matter. I Mayor Probst stated the City should go ahead with the contemplated purchase of replacement computer equipment this year, and not wait for occupancy of new facilities. I Mayor Probst stated he would be able to attend the Day-in-the-Park if needed. I Mayor Probst discussed CPI concerns regarding the proposed trail along its property, and suggested the trail be placed where it would make the most sense to do so. I Mayor Probst stated he would not be able to attend the League of Minnesota Cities meeting in June; however he encouraged any other Councilmembers to do so if their schedules allowed it. I Councilmember Hicks inquired if the Arden Hills Texaco was required to deposit money contingent on the landscaping being completed. Mr. Ringwald stated he was unsure, but that he I would investigate further. it I