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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - SEPTEMBER 24, 2007 6 CounciImember Holden commented on the rules and definition of domestic and farm animals in the Zoning Code. She stated there is something wrong with the ordinance because the miniature horse could fit into the definition of a domestic animal. She believes this ordinance should be reviewed. Councilmember Grant stated Council could not define a miniature horse as a domestic animal. He compared this to a house cat and tiger. Councilmember McClung commented he is certain that Council should strengthen the language in the ordinance. Mayor Harpstead complimented Ms. Linders on her hard work and thorough research. Discussion ensued on the wording ofthe ordinance. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). B. Motion to Authorize Staff to Proceed with Diseased and Hazard Tree Removal on City Owned Property, for a Cost Not to Exceed $14,905.74. Public Works Director Hoag reported the removal of diseased and hazardous trees is brought before Council to authorize staff to proceed with the removal of diseased and hazardous trees on City property. Councilmember Grant commented this was added because it is over the City Administrator's authorized spending limit of $5,000 and Council is sensitive to the need to remove diseased trees. He requested the City Administrator see if the City actually owned the Chatham trees. He commented that four of the trees are on County property; however, the trail belongs to the City. He stated the City Attorney would need to clean up the definition of City owned property in this area. He asked Public Works Director Hoag to not encourage the removal of trees not previously marked as the elms turn yellow in the fall and could be mistaken for diseased. He commented the trees in question were brought to the City's attention by a resident. Councilmember Holden asked how many trees are involved. Public Works Director Hoag replied there are 32 Dutch Elms, 7 oaks, and I tree that fell over the path. Councilmember Holden asked if any tree inspections were done in other areas of the City. Public Works Director Hoag commented that staff inspected throughout the City. He reported that a few trees have been removed, but for most part, residential areas have not seen a large run of Dutch Elm disease. He commented the trees suffered stress due to the dry weather and could have problems in the spring. Mayor Harpstead questioned whether the oaks would be removed this winter. Public Works Director Hoag replied they could be deferred and that he did not have a cost estimate for the