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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - AUGUST 27, 2007 11 D. Councilmember Holden asked for an update on the rental license fees and if that wonld come before Council this year. Ms. Wolfe stated that the issue is scheduled for an upcoming work session, either in September or October. Councilmember Holden noted previously there was also a discussion regarding the number of votes needed for a major decision. E. Councilmember Holden stated the tree preservation ordinance was discussed and she had asked for an update. Mr. Lehnhoff stated he has been researching the tree preservation ordinance but the number of planning cases and other projects has delayed further development of the tree preservation ordinance. This proj ect does remain a top priority. F. Councilmember Holden asked whether a tanker truck would be purchased this year. Mr. Hoag stated in April staff requested to go out for bids. This is a project that one of the internal superintendent candidates is working on and the truck may still be purchased this year although it may take six months to receiving after placing the order. G. Councilmember Holden questioned regarding Ms. Kvilvang's duties as a project manager. Ms. Wolfe stated Ehlers has two contracts with Arden Hills; one for financial management services, including negotiation on the MDA. Both Ms. Kvilvang and Mr. Inman assist in providing those services. The other agreement is for project management services. Ms. Kvi1vang provides those services. In addition, another Ehlers employee, Jonathan North, will be working on the resource plan, which is part of the financial services contract. H. Councilmember Holden asked what happened to the water tower lease from Cingu1ar One. Mr. Lehnhoff responded that Cingular has not been back in contact with the City regarding their request. 1. Councilmember Holden asked about the purchase of another screen for the Council chambers. Staff responded that they have been researching a "Smart Board", which would provide viewing capability for a large attendance at the Council meetings in addition to other functions. Ms. Iverson has contacted a City that may have a surplus Smart Board for sale. J. Councilmember Holden asked if a number of diseased trees have been removed. Mr. Hoag stated approximately 60 resident calls have been responded to, in relation to private trees. All trees on public property that needed to be removed have been removed and costs are still under budget. K. Councilmember Holden asked about design standards for the B-2 district. Mr. Lehnhoff stated he is tentatively bringing that to the October Council meeting. He noted that a change to the zoning code requires a public hearing before the Planning Commission. Mayor Harpstead stated this would not have any impact on the proposed Arden Plaza redevelopment.