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Minutes Sheriff Contract Group Meeting December 18, 2003 It was the Group's consensus that Arden Hills is an important element of the overall Group; and that it should be made clear to the Arden Hills City Council Members that the police service we have is not just from the Sheriff's Department, as it is directed by the Contract Group. . It was noted that it will be important to educate the Arden Hills City Council on the broad range of police services provided by the Sheriff's Department, and it was suggested that Altendorfer emphasize the County's service and quality of service, while also noting the location of the new patrol station. Urban suggested that Arden Hills be advised on the way the Group has worked together and continues to work together, and to let them know of the potential for a future Highway 96 corridor car. Sheriff Fletcher advised Wolfe that he could provide Arden Hills an additional 30 days to make their decision, so they have extra time for education and to seek public input. Wolfe agreed to contact Altendorfer if this is of interest to the city. Sheriff Fletcher suggested a professional analysis of the pros and cons of the two proposals, including evaluation of cost, history of costs, future costs, and services provided. He pointed out such issues as location (the patrol station will be located in AH), response time, multiple coverage, supervisory costs, the _ County's broad range of services (including volunteers), budget, and different .. public policy issues. He inquired if there was a revenue assumption based on that generated from New Brighton's administrative tags, Wolfe noted that it was the Arden Hills City Council Members consensus that they were not in favor of administrative tags. Schwerm suggested that Altendorfer focus on the extent and quality of service provided, including more comprehensive coverage, quicker response time, traffic, and "community" safety and security. It was agreed that Schwerm and Short will work together to prepare correspondence to be presented to the Arden Hills City Council, and that one of them will attend the January 20, 2004, Arden Hills City Council Meeting. SUBURBAN COURT - UPDATE Sheriff Fletcher reported that the current plan is to remodel the Maplewood Court site or build a new suburban facility. He noted that one of the sites for consideration is Rice & 694 in Little Canada, and that he feels that it would be a good idea to coordinate the facility with the proposed Little Canada Substation. - 2