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e . e ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - JANUARY 4, 1999 7 Councilmember Larson referred to the Administrator Comments in the Staff report and asked for further explanation of the issue of response time from the Ramsey County Sheriff's Department. Mr. Fritsinger explained that over the last few months there had been a number of complaints from a variety of residents regarding the response time that the Sheriff's Department had been given to certain complaints. The responses have varied from no response at all for parking complaints, to three to four phone calls having to be made regarding a barking dog complaint. Councilmember Larson asked if any of the complaints were regarding emergency situations. Mr. Fritsinger stated that they were not, they strictly have been minor issues. Councilmember Malone stated that the Fire Department will hold its armual meeting on Saturday, January 9, 1999 and noted that they have had a very good investment year. Councilmember Aplikowski extended her congratulations to Mayor Probst for having been elected President of the I35W Corridor Coalition. Mayor Probst noted that there are a number of abatement issues which are unresolved and asked if Staff is comfortable with the status ofthese abatements. Mr. Ringwald stated that, regarding the issue at 3171/3183 Lexington A venue, he had been informed that the remnant structure will be torn down on Tuesday, January 5, 1999. Mr. Ringwald indicated the Lake Lane property continues to be an issue. He stated that he feels comfortable that the potential owner would do the required upgrades. However, they are experiencing some difficulties closing the sale. Mr. Ringwald indicated that, at the January 25, 1999 City Council meeting, he anticipates there will be a resolution requesting authorization for abatement of this property to ensure the issue does not continue to drag on any longer. Mr. Post stated that, with regard to the Lake Lane property, he spoke with the property owner and was assured that the closing occurred on Thursday, December 31,1998. Mayor Probst stated that the January meeting for the I35W Corridor Coalition will be Tuesday, January 12, 1999 at 5:30 p.m. at the Roseville City Hall. He indicated the presentation of the GIS system is scheduled to be the first item on the agenda and should last approximately one hour. Mayor Probst requested the Council's consent to have Staff to do some legal research regarding towers to ensure the Council has a good understanding of their situation before the Fox 29 tower issue comes to a head. Mr. Ringwald stated that if the Council is considering any changes in the ordinance, this would be the time to place a moratorium. Mayor Probst asked if Staff is anticipating action being taken on this issue soon. Mr. Fritsinger explained that the tower representatives had expressed an interest in submitting an application as soon as possible. Mr. Fritsinger stated that Staff is meeting with the Fox 29 tower representatives on Friday, January 8, 1999 and indicated that he is not sure whether or not an application will be presented at the meeting.