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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - June 29, 2009 4 Councilmember Holden stated that Staff would look into this and see if the laws had changed regarding the rights of the property owners. Councilmember Grant stated that Staff would look into the easement that Xcel Energy has and verify that they are not claiming an easement area that is larger than what they are entitled to. He asked Community Development Director Lehnhoff if the easement information was on file. Community Development Director James Lehnhoff stated that the easements may not be on file but they would likely be on the plat. He stated that he would check into this. Mayor Pro Tem McClung directed Staff to look at what the City's options are regarding this matter and report back to the Council. Councilmember Holden stated that the City needed to move quickly since Xcel Energy was in the neighborhood at this time removing trees. Ms. K1uska clarified that the company that was doing the tree cutting was an independent contractor and not from Xcel Energy. She stated that the neighborhood is seeking a reasonable solution. Councilmember Grant asked if Ms. Kluska knew how much of the easement encroached on the property based upon the deed to the property. Ms. K1uska stated that it was almost 75 feet. Councilmember Grant asked if there had been anyone surveying or marking the area. Mr. Holstine stated that this had been done two years ago. He stated that at this time he has not been able to get in touch with the independent contractor to get his questions answered and he has left several messages for him. Ms. K1uska stated that she had received a work bill that was requesting a signature. She provided a copy of the work bill for the Council. Councilmember Grant asked when this had been put on the residents doors. Ms. K1uska stated that the residents had received a letter from Xcel Energy about a month ago and the work bill was left on the door about ten days ago.