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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—JANUARY 12, 2026 7 Councilmember Monson stated she did not believe a fight was needed to discuss this Consent Calendar item. She understood the Council typically removes items from the Consent Calendar at the beginning of the meeting and perhaps Councilmember Weber did not have this understanding. She asked that the agenda be modified and that the item be discussed further. Councilmember Holden explained she was confused because when there were vacancies on committees and people applied but they were not allowed on the committees, it was not questioned why they weren't put on a committee. She asked why Councilmember Weber was now questioning the process that was followed. Councilmember Weber asked if any staff members attended the interviews. Mayor Grant reported staff did not attend the interviews he held. Councilmember Weber inquired if there were minutes, notes or a set list of questions that were asked of the candidates. He explained he wanted to ensure these interviews were thoroughly vetted. Mayor Grant stated he did not have notes from these interviews. He reported there was a motion on the floor and now additional questions were being raised outside of the motion. Councilmember Holden called the question. Mayor Grant requested a roll call vote. A roll call vote was taken. The motion failed 2-2 (Councilmember Holden and Mayor Grant opposed). MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Councilmember Monson seconded a motion to approve the Consent Calendar as presented and to authorize execution of all necessary documents contained therein. The motion carried 3-1 (Councilmember Weber opposed). 9. PULLED CONSENT ITEMS None. 10. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Quarterly Special Assessments for Delinquent Utilities Finance Director Yang stated water customers whose accounts are 90 days past due were informed that the City intends to certify delinquent charges to Ramsey County to be collected with property taxes. These customers have the right to a hearing in front of the City Council to discuss this matter prior to certification. Mayor Grant opened the public hearing at 8:00 p.m. With no one coming forward to speak, Mayor Grant closed the public hearing at 8:01 p.m.