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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL — DECEMBER 8, 2025 12 MOTION: Mayor Grant moved and Councilmember Rousseau seconded a motion to adopt Ordinance 2025-006 Amending Chapter 2 — Administration, Section 220 — Boards, Committees, and Commissions, Section 220.02 — Economic Development Authority (EDA). A roll call vote was taken. The motion carried 3-1 (Councilmember Holden opposed). MOTION: Mayor Grant moved and Councilmember Rousseau seconded a motion to direct staff to publish a Summary Ordinance of Ordinance 2025-005. A roll call vote was taken. The motion carried (4-0). 12. UNFINISHED BUSINESS None. 13. COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilmember Rousseau explained in recent weeks there has been an increase in immigration enforcement in the Twin Cities. She understood two individuals were removed from a roofing company vehicle in the southern portion of Arden Hills. She stated the Ramsey County Sheriff's Office was not receiving information about ICE and their enforcement activity in the community. She reported the City knows about this incident and indicated the City was trying to be transparent regarding these activities. Councilmember Rousseau stated on Saturday, December 6 she attended the Town Hall at Mounds View where twelve parents from Annunciation were given the chance to speak with the public regarding their experiences. She encouraged residents to view this programming as Nine North had recorded the entire event. She supported more information being provided to the public regarding DANCO orders. She thanked Angie Lewis-Dmello for all of her efforts and for working with the parents and children who were involved in the school shooting. Councilmember Rousseau thanked Finance Director Yang for all of her efforts on the budget and tax levy. She thanked the City Council and Mayor for all of their efforts as well. Councilmember Weber commented on the ICE activity that occurred in the community at Valentine Hills Elementary School today. He asked that Ramsey County officers provide the City with information if and when it is received from ICE. Councilmember Weber explained the Planning Commission met last week and reviewed a request for a sound wall at Boston Scientific. He noted action on this item was tabled for further information. Councilmember Weber reported the Planning Commission would be holding a Special meeting this week on Wednesday, December 17 where a proposed cannabis warehousing use would be discussed. Councilmember Holden reported the 75th Anniversary Committee would be meeting on Tuesday, December 9. She indicated this group was seeking sponsors at this time.