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e e e ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JANUARY 14,2002 7 MOTION: Counci1member Aplikowski moved and Councilmember Rem seconded a motion to approve the letter and direct it be sent to Ramsey County with the following: a copy to Commissioner Bennett, a signature line for the Mayor and the City Administrator, and noting the names of the City Councilmembers. The motion carried unanimously (4-0). C. Miscellaneous Mr. Lynch explained he was trying in graphical form to represent what the Governor's proposal as to further cuts in the City's funding. He noted that at this point it was just a proposal. Mayor Probst asked if the City had $12,000 at risk. Mr. Post responded that in regards to 2002, the specific line item to be eliminated is a revenue source in the general fund for $11,700. He stated that approximately $ 32,000 related to the reduction in state credit aid. He noted that if the proposal is adopted, the tax levy receipts would be reduced accordingly. Councilmember Aplikowski stated amounts for Shoreview and North Oaks has not been listed. Mr. Post responded that Mr. Peterson, who prepared the list, was trying to get something out quickly. He stated Mr. Peterson might not have all cities listed that are members. Mr. Lynch noted the 35W Corridor Coalition's transportation summary is available. Mayor Probst stated that information is being used to develop a work plan and legislative agenda. COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilmember Grant stated he was appointed as liaison to the Maintenance Facility Task Force. He noted however, that there were no appointees to the task force. He added the Arden Hills Ordinance states those appointments would be made by the Mayor. He stated the Mayor needs to designate a chairperson. He requested that the Mayor appoint the remaining members and pick a Chair. He stated the chair could call a meeting. Mayor Probst stated he hopes the Councilmembers could offer some names for this task force. He noted he does have one person who was a former committee member and who would be interested. He added he would see what he could do by the next City Council meeting. Councilmember Aplikowski stated that at a past meeting there were names on big sheets of paper of people who had expressed interests. She noted one of the public works employees might have some comments on that task force. Councilmember Grant stated the format of agenda has changed. He noted it used to list the City's meetings for the month. He added it was helpful. He asked ifit would be on future agendas. Mr. Lynch responded in the affirmative. Councilmember Rem stated the lists were very helpful. She concurred with the request for their return.