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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIi WORK SESSION-SEPTEMBER 21.2009 16 IF. Celebrating Arden Hills (continued) Councilmember Holmes stated the fireworks may go off better at Tony Schmidt Park than at Cummings Park. Park and Recreation Director Olson indicated she could have someone come in and looking at Cummings Park to see if the site would work for fireworks, as the park would be more favorable for parking. I COUNCIL COMMENTS AND REQUESTS Councilmember Grant stated he was approached by a gentleman who is building a -home on Thom Drive. He had great concerns about building his home on a wooded lot and the restrictions with the City's Ordinance. Councilmember Holmes stated there was some flexibility within the Ordinance and suggested the builder contact the City. Councilmember Grant noted there were several "No Parking" signs along Valentine Hills Elementary and that one of the signs was missing. He suggested this be replaced. Councilmember Grant asked that the I&I spreadsheet be sent out to the Council, along with the statistics on where the City was with Met Council fines. City Administrator Moorse noted the City was below the threshold at this time, but that additional information was uncertain at this time from the Met Council. Mayor Harpstead stated if the data comes in favorable and the City does not receive a penalty or fine, can it be terminated early. Public Works Director Hoag noted he has not heard this information to date. Discussion ensued regarding the amount of expenses for sump pump corrections that can be reimbursed by the City. Public Works Director Hoag explained that staff chose a reimbursement amount for self help work by property owners on the various fees and hours estimated by local plumbers for this work. Councilmember Holden questioned how the homeowners would be brought into compliance and when additional fees would be charged.