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AR-DEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION-JULY 2012009 5 Ms. Aplikowski explained the library board has not broken down the figures to that point. She stated they were looking at space, staff and computer services. This library was depending on the "Friends of the Library" volunteers. Mayor Harpstead asked if the boiler were to be replaced or if additional storage were added to the building, if it had to be brought up to ADA codes. Community Development Director Lehnhoff stated he wasn't certain of this information and that he could report back with this information. Councilmember Grant questioned if the location of the library was a concern. Ms. Aplikowski stated the library had great access off of 35W and that a differing location, especially along Highway 96 was not necessary. She indicated the post office building along Fifth and E2 was empty, which could serve the community as a library. Ms. Aplikowski reported that Sue Nemitz was driving through the City looking for possible options and that the library may become a portal. Councilmember McClung questioned the size and scope of services provided by a portal library. Ms. Aplikowski indicated the North St. Paul library was roughly 2,000 square feet which was smaller than the current Arden Hills library. Councilmember Holmes stated the County Commissioners do not want to close libraries as this has become extremely unpopular. She suggested the focus move away from the library board and that the Council interact with the County Commissioners on this issue, as they were the elected officials in charge of the final decision. Ms. Aplikowski indicated this would be a route to try. She explained that more people are frequenting the libraries which should be brought to the County Commissioner's attention. Councilmember Holmes questioned if the City was safe until the Roseville library was complete. Ms. Aplikowski stated this was a fair assessment. She explained the Roseville library was set to be completed in 2011.