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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—May 11, 2009 28 Councilmember Holden requested Staff to contact the City Attorney and find out if there are public land conveyances for public benefit where the public safety costs are taken on by Arden Hills. Councilmember Holmes stated that an e-mail from Kevin Legare had been received stating that he would be in the Twin Cities May 27. She asked if the City would be speaking with him while he is here. Mayor Harpstead stated that he was going to be in town for other business and at this time there would be no value in meeting with him. Councilmember Holden stated that the City had made it clear during the phone call that they would not be ready to meet with them. Councilmember Holmes stated that contact with Representative McCollum and Senator Klobuchar is key. She clarified that if there was any contact with them the City needs to be sure to speak with one voice. She asked if anyone was planning on communicating with them any time in the next week or so. She stated that she had plans to call Bill Harper. Councilmember Holden stated that she had a call into Kelly Scanlon of Senator Klobuchar's office. Mayor Harpstead stated that he had met with Kelly Scanlon today and also spoke to Bill Harper. Both of these individuals are aware of what is going on. In terms of speaking with one voice the Council needs to make sure they get to the work session to determine what that one voice is. F. Discussion Regarding the Anoka Airport Expansion Councilmember Holden asked if Arden Hills Staff were participating in meetings or discussions regarding the Anoka airport expansion project. She stated that if there is going to be additional noise to the residents of Arden Hills then the City should be involved with the meetings. City Administrator Moorse stated that the City has been monitoring the activity but have not been involved directly. Councilmember Holden asked if the City could voice their opinions.