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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-25-19-R -AR�EN HILLS Approved: April 22, 2019 CITY OF ARDEN HILLS, MINNESOTA REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 25,2019 7:00 P.M. -ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, Mayor David Grant called to order the regular City Council meeting at 7:00 p.m. Present: Mayor David Grant, Councilmembers Brenda Holden, Fran Holmes, Dave McClung and Steve Scott Absent: None Also present: Finance Director Gayle Bauman; Interim Public Works Director/City Engineer Sue Polka; City Attorney Joel Jamnik; and City Clerk Julie Hanson PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Councilmember Holden requested item 7D be pulled from the Consent Agenda for further discussion as Item 8A. MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Councilmember Holmes seconded a motion to approve the meeting agenda as amended. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). 2. PUBLIC INQUIRIES/INFORMATIONAL Roy Magnuson, Ramsey County Sheriff's Office, introduced himself to the Council and encouraged the Council to contact him with any comments or questions. Chuck Kachel, 1520 Arden Place, questioned why the fence at Lindy's triangle park was taken down, and he recommended this be replaced. He encouraged the City to replace the fence with a baseball backstop. He noted the kids in his neighborhood have used this space as a quasi-ball field and would benefit from having a backstop installed. ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—MARCH 25, 2019 2 Mayor Grant commented this was not a budgeted expense for 2019. He requested staff refer this matter to the PTRC for further consideration. Gregg Larson, 3377 North Snelling Avenue, explained that it was his position that the cooperation between the City and the County for TCAAP was on life support. He stated Arden Hills has earned the reputation that it does not play well with others. He commented he has seen this both on the Council and off the Council. He reported this was the reason developers have walked away from the City, such as Rehbein, Ryan Companies, Royal Oaks Realty and now Ramsey County. He stated Section 2311 of the Joint Powers Agreement provides for dispute resolution. He indicated the County has proposed non-binding mediation and the City objects for two disingenuous reasons. The first reason being the City does not know what the County wants. He encouraged the Council to read the letters from the County. He reported the issues were all spelled out as being increased density, affordable housing, and allocation of development costs. Second, the Council obsesses about any change in the density or affordable housing numbers. He understood these numbers were agreed upon years ago, but questioned why a change was non- negotiable. He commented on the language within the JPA that addressed how time and market changes may require amendments to the plan for TCAAP. He stated he understood why the County was taking a break on this project in order to try a new approach. He encouraged the leaders of this City to lead with vision, problem-solving skills, and a social conscience. He recommended the City Council change, move on, and stop with the excuses for the development of TCAAP. Mayor Grant referred this issue to staff. 3. RESPONSE TO PUBLIC INQUIRIES • Gregg Larson,3377 North Snelling Avenue • Don Wahlberg, 1451 Arden Place Councilmember Holmes summarized the response to public inquiry from Gregg Larson from the last Council meeting. She discussed the concerns Mr. Larson raised regarding the Civic Site on TCAAP. She commented on the weight the Council put on the survey results noting this was simply a starting point. Councilmember Holden commented a Civic Use was proposed for the TCAAP development by the County and developer to bring vibrancy to the Town Center. She reported the Council was doing its due diligence by creating a Task Force to explore this opportunity. She commented further on the feedback the Council received from the public at an Open House. Public Works Director/City Engineer Polka summarized the response to public inquiry from Don Wahlberg from the last Council meeting. She read a written response that was prepared by the City's Emergency Manager Matt Sather. She explained the siren was 250 feet from Mr. Wahlberg's home and reviewed the decibel levels that were being emitted by this siren. It was noted the emergency sirens were part of the County's emergency warning system. Mayor Grant asked if additional testing should be completed on the siren. Councilmember Holden stated she did not support any additional testing. ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—MARCH 25, 2019 3 Councilmember Scott commented he visited Mr. Wahlberg's property during the most recent emergency test and encouraged residents to be inside if the emergency testing was uncomfortable for them. Mayor Grant requested staff speak with the County thanking them for their response and that the City would require no further testing of the emergency sirens. 4. PRESENTATION A. Northeast Youth and Family Services (NYFS) Update Jerry Hromatka, Northeast Youth and Family Services (NYFS) Executive Director, thanked the Council for their time. He updated the Council and reported NYFS served youth age 5 to 21 and noted 4,000 youth were served each year. He explained NYFS focused on three program areas, which were mental health, day treatment and community service. He indicated these programs were solution oriented and worked towards reaching positive results. He commented on the benefit of investing in youth and those suffering from mental health. He discussed the importance of connecting with both youth and seniors in the community. He described how technology was changing youth and the workforce and the importance of providing youth with 21St Century skills. He reviewed NYFS's budget for 2019 and thanked Arden Hills for their continued partnership. Miriam Ward, Arden Hills representative to NYFS, commented further on the benefits of NYFS and encouraged the public to give to this organization. She invited the Council to attend the NYFS Leadership Luncheon on Wednesday, May 1, 2019. She reported the Taste of Northeast would be held on Thursday, October 10, 2019. Councilmember Holden stated the Senior Chore numbers were down and questioned why this was the case. Mr. Hromatka explained the numbers presented were for nine months (January through September) of 2018 and not the full twelve. He commented the Senior Chore program was typically busier in the months of October,November and December. Councilmember Holden requested further information on the Diversion Program. Mr. Hromatka indicated this was a great program that worked to keep kids that made a single bad decision out of the system and working towards making good decisions. Mayor Grant thanked Mr. Hromatka and Ms. Ward for their presentation. 5. STAFF COMMENTS A. Rice Creek Commons (TCAAP)and Joint Development Authority (JDA) Update Mayor Grant provided an update on TCAAP stating the County has requested the City terminate the Joint Development Authority. He explained the City responded to this by encouraging the ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—MARCH 25, 2019 4 County to engage in discussion. He understood this message was sent to the County and noted he was not aware if the County had responded. 6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. February 19, 2019, City Council Work Session B. February 25, 2019, Regular City Council C. February 25, 2019, Special City Council Work Session D. March 4, 2019, Special City Council Executive Closed Session Councilmember Holmes requested a change to the February 25, 2019 Regular City Council minutes, noting she had sent her change to the City Clerk. MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Councilmember Holmes seconded a motion to approve the February 19, 2019, City Council Work Session meeting minutes, February 25, 2019, Regular City Council meeting minutes as amended, February 25, 2019, Special City Council Work Session meeting minutes; and March 4, 2019, Special City Council Executive Closed Session meeting minutes. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). 7. CONSENT CALENDAR A. Motion to Approve Consent Agenda Item - Claims and Payroll B. Motion to Approve Resolution 2019-009 Adopting Post-Issuance Debt Compliance Policy for Tax-Exempt and Tax-Advantaged Governmental Bonds C. Motion to Approve City Administrator Performance Evaluation 1) M tion t A„the.;.moo Posting f«D.,..t Time Cust.,me f Sei=viee Speei 1;�t E. Motion to Authorize Professional Services Contract for Stormwater Program Updates—HR Green F. Motion to Authorize Bid Award and Authorize Purchase of Playground Structures —Cummings Park Playground G. Motion to Approve Resolution 2019-011 Recommending the City of Coon Rapids Award the 2019 Street Maintenance Program H. Motion to Adopt Water Supply Plan and Authorize Execution of Department of Natural Resources Certificate of Adoption I. Motion to Cancel the April 8, 2019 Regular City Council Meeting due to lack of items MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Councilmember McClung seconded a motion to approve the Consent Calendar as amended removing Item 7D and to authorize execution of all necessary documents contained therein. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). 8. PULLED CONSENT ITEMS A. Motion to Authorize Posting for Part-Time Customer Service Specialist ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—MARCH 25, 2019 5 Councilmember Holden stated she had several questions regarding this item. For this reason, she requested this item be tabled to a worksession meeting. MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Councilmember Holmes seconded a motion to table action on the Posting for Part-Time Customer Service Specialist to a future worksession meeting. The motion carried (5-0). 9. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Quarterly Special Assessments for Delinquent Utilities Finance Director Bauman stated water customers whose account is 90 days past due were informed that the City intends to certify delinquent charges to Ramsey County to be collected with property taxes. These customers have the right to a hearing in front of the City Council to discuss this matter prior to certification. Mayor Grant opened the public hearing at 7:54 p.m. With no one coming forward to speak, Mayor Grant closed the public hearing at 7:55 p.m. B. Tobacco Ordinance Amendment City Clerk Hanson stated the Council previously conducted discussions regarding amending the tobacco ordinance at its August 2018, October 2018, and January 2019 work sessions. The Council also received public comment at a November 13, 2018, public hearing. Following discussion at the January 2019 work session, the Council directed staff to provide a draft amendment to Chapter 3, License and Regulations, Section 350, Tobacco Products of the Arden Hills City Code. The draft ordinance will be discussed under the New Business agenda item and consideration of a formal vote regarding an ordinance amendment will take place under that action item. The purpose of this public hearing is to provide the opportunity for further public comment. Mayor Grant opened the public hearing at 7:55 p.m. Alexis Bylander, Clear Way Minnesota representative, supported raising the tobacco sale age to 21 and restricting the sale of kid friendly tobacco flavors because of the strong role that both policies in preventing youth tobacco use. She indicated good public policy often starts at the local level. She commented on the initiative that took place in 2007 to create smoke-free indoor places. She stated she anticipated a tobacco 21 bill will pass eventually at the legislature; however, she wanted the community's youth protected now. She discussed how addictive e-cigarettes were and commented on how flavored tobacco was attractive to kids and how it was leading children to early addiction. She reviewed the number of cities that have passed a tobacco 21 and flavored tobacco ordinance amendment and encouraged the Council to approve the proposed Ordinance amendment. Emma Lamatsch, middle school student, thanked the Mayor and Council for having the leadership to reduce teen tobacco use. She stated raising the tobacco age to 21 would make a ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—MARCH 25, 2019 6 difference in teen tobacco use because there are many 18-year-olds in high school but not 21-year- olds. She discussed how addictive nicotine was and thanked the Council for also eliminating the sale of flavored tobacco products in Arden Hills. She reported she knew middle schoolers who were already using flavored e-cigarettes. She encouraged the Council to approve the proposed Ordinance amendments and noted this would impact teens for generations to come. Julianne Seiber, 3200 Shorewood Drive, stated she has lived in Arden Hills for the past 35 years. She encouraged the Council to support the Tobacco 21 and flavored tobacco sale restriction Ordinance. She explained most smokers begin as a youth and she appreciated the fact the City was addressing this matter. She stated menthol and other flavored tobacco products were making smoking easier to tolerate. She believed that many students in the community would benefit by the City of Arden Hills taking this action. Khader Safi, 1364 Arden View Drive, explained he owns a business in Arden Hills where he sells e-cigarette flavored juice. He requested the Ordinance being passed apply only to retail establishments and not business to business transactions. He also requested the Council not limit the sale of flavored e-cigarettes. He commented on the three components that were used to make e-cigarettes liquids noting all were recognized as safe by the FDA. He indicated e-cigarettes were a safer alternative to smoking combustible cigarettes and reported adults like flavored e-cigarettes too. He asked the Council to keep the proposed Ordinance in line with the FDA and commented on all of the inspections that were conducted in the City of Arden Hills on a yearly basis. Deborah Cordes, 4425 Arden View Court, stated she was a long-time resident of Arden Hills. She recommended and highly encouraged the Council to support the flavor ban and tobacco 21 Ordinance amendments. She stated two of her colleagues announced they have Stage 4 lung cancer and noted both had been long-term smokers. She reported a month ago her brother died of end stage lung and liver cancer after being a long-term menthol smoker. She indicated two years ago her mom died of COPD from long-term smoking. She commented she could not stop children from smoking that she did not know, but she believed this Ordinance would assist in keeping children from smoking. Mr. Sari, 1459 Arden View Drive, Arden Hills, stated he has lived in Arden Hills for the past six years. He explained five years ago he began exploring options to assist him with his addiction. He commented cigarettes taste horrible and noted he was working to address his addiction by smoking menthol cigarettes. He stated he did not want anyone to begin smoking. He requested the City still allow for the sale of menthol cigarettes in the City. Dr. Annie Ideker, 3930 Northwoods Drive, stated she practiced at the Arden Hills Clinic. She explained she strongly supported the Tobacco 21 and flavored tobacco ban Ordinance. She indicated she was very aware of the toll tobacco had on the community and noted she had witnessed this first hand in her profession. She stated many of her patients began smoking as teenagers. She discussed how damaging nicotine addiction was to teenage brains as they were still developing. She believed this was the reason why preventative programs were so important. She commented the tobacco industry was using flavored products to lure young people into tobacco use. She reported over 70%of youth using tobacco were using a flavored product. She stated she was proud to be part of a community that was prioritizing the health of its young people through life-saving policies and encouraged the Council to approve the tobacco ordinance amendment. ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—MARCH 25, 2019 7 Maher Safi, 1 Maycomb Lane in North Oaks, indicated he is the third brother and was here on behalf of Arden Hills Tobacco which was an adult only tobacco retail store. He reported his compliance rate was 100%. He commented on a letter he received from the City regarding the 21+ tobacco sales age. He explained he emailed a lengthy letter to the City Council noting the flavor ban was not proposed at that time. He understood the increase in tobacco use amongst young adults was a concern. He stated this was not occurring at his Arden Hills establishments. He discussed how the flavor ban would impact his business. He indicated the increase in use was due to online sales of e-cigarette products. He suggested the City educate children more and their parents. He recommended minors be ticketed if they have an e-cigarette product on them. In addition, he wanted to see fines given to those purchasing e-cigarette products for minors. He did not believe the City should be banning adults 21 and over from purchasing flavored tobacco products in Arden Hills. He explained his business has been in the community for the past 14 years and has been operating successfully. He presented the Council with a petition with 270 signatures noting the signees are requesting Arden Hills exclude adult only smoke shops from the flavor ban. Mayor Grant encouraged Mr. Safi to pass along his petition to the City Clerk. He requested Mr. Soffey wrap up his comments. Mr. Safi explained he was very emotional about this issue and commented this Ordinance would shut down his business. He further discussed how his business would be impacted given the fact he had contracts and inventory in place that could now not be sold. Charlie (Chuck) Kachel thanked the Council for having a bike rake at City Hall. He commented on the tobacco free initiative that began in the City in 2007 in order to make parks and City buildings smoke-free. He stated he lost a mother to COPD at the age of 75. He encouraged the Council to keep in mind that kids do not get addicted to nicotine because of the flavor but rather because of the buzz it provides. He feared that if the City were to approve this Ordinance, tobacco sales to minors would still occur, but would occur just outside Arden Hills' borders. He commented that the City Council was simply making it more difficult for adults who legitimately use flavored tobacco products. He was of the opinion this Ordinance would not impact tobacco sales but rather would take State or Federal action in order for a change to be instituted. He encouraged the Council to vote this legislation down. Kaitlyn Young, nursing student at Bethel University, stated she was really passionate about this issue because it impacted her peers. She discussed the clinical rotations she had to attend as part of her studies and noted she had seen many patients that were suffering from the long-term effects of tobacco. She indicated she was standing up for her generation and her peers urging the Council to support the Tobacco 21 ordinance. She believed this would assist in advocating for a healthier community. She explained that e-cigarettes were a dangerous new fad designed to appeal to young people. She reported 60% of young people using tobacco were using flavored tobacco. These companies were targeting young people in order to make money and were not concerned with the long-term health of its users. She stated she was concerned about the future health of her generation noting the use of e-cigarettes was a growing concern. She questioned why e-cigarettes were allowed to be flavored. She recommended the Council ban the sale of flavored cigarette products in the City of Arden Hills, while also raising the purchasing age to 21 explaining these would be life saving policies. ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—MARCH 25, 2019 8 Cap O'Rourke, representative for retailers and manufacturers, requested clarification on how sampling was viewed in the Ordinance. He requested Subdivision 11 be removed as this would prohibit stores from fixing e-cigarette devices within their stores. He stated according to the American Cancer Society many adults believe erroneously that electronic nicotine delivery devices are as harmful as combustible tobacco products and the level of public understanding has deteriorated over time. In 2012 only 11'/2% of respondents had this view and by 2015, 35.7% of respondents mistakenly believe that harm associated with electronic nicotine delivery devices was about the same as smoking conventional cigarettes. He reported here is what the facts were: in Minnesota adults looking to quit smoking cigarettes use vapor products more than any other product. Also, oversees in England, where there are more restrictions in place, they are prescribing e-cigarettes for those looking to quit. He also knows the Royal College of Physicians, which was the first group to come out against smoking has deemed e-cigarettes are at least 95% less harmful. He stated he also knew that the Georgetown Public Health Institute released a study last year stating if everyone switched to vaping, at the worst 1.6 million premature lives would be saved and at the most optimistic as many as 6.6 million lives. He also knew that the New England Journal of Medicine states vaping products were shown to be twice as likely to help adults quit than regular nicotine therapy devices. He commented the FDA recently had a proposal to limit flavors in convenience stores but would still allow them in adult only stores. He explained this was because the FDA recognizes flavors were key in helping adults who have been smoking, make a transition and get off cigarettes. He commented further on the process that was followed by retailers to assist adults in getting of cigarettes. He stated by prohibiting flavors in all Arden Hills stores, the leading option that was assisting with getting adults off cigarettes would no longer be available. He recommended the City Council amend their Ordinance to allow flavored tobacco sales at adult only stores. Mayor Grant closed the public hearing at 8:42 p.m. 10. NEW BUSINESS A. Resolution 2019-010 Adopting and Confirming Quarterly Special Assessments for Delinquent Utilities Finance Director Bauman stated delinquent utility amounts are certified to Ramsey County quarterly. A list of utility accounts with a delinquent balance was compiled and notices were mailed. Customers were informed of their delinquent status and asked to make payment of the delinquent balance by March 20, 2019. Utility accounts with an unpaid delinquent balance after March 20, 2019 would be certified to Ramsey County to be added to property taxes payable in 2020. The certification amount is equal to the unpaid delinquent balance plus an eight percent penalty. The City will request that Ramsey County levy the delinquent balances against the respective properties. MOTION: Councilmember McClung moved and Councilmember Holden seconded a motion to adopt Resolution #2019-010 — Adopting and Confirming Quarterly Special Assessments for Delinquent Utilities to Ramsey County. Councilmember Holden noted for the record that the 10 residents that were having problems with their meter were not being certified at this time. ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—MARCH 25, 2019 9 The motion carried (5-0). B. Ordinance 2019-003 Amending Chapter 3, License and Regulations, Section 350, Tobacco Products City Clerk Hanson stated the City Council has previously discussed potential amendments to City Code, Chapter 3, Section 350 relating to tobacco sales in the city. The Council provided the opportunity for formal public input from the tobacco sales vendors at its October 15, 2018 work session, the general public at a November 13, 2018 public hearing, as well as at a public hearing earlier this evening. Over the past several months, the Council has also received comments and communications via email from various parties. City Clerk Hanson explained following City Council direction per the January 2019 work session, staff worked with the City Attorney regarding proposed language amendments to Chapter 3, Section 350 that include raising the age to purchase tobacco to 21 and regulating (banning) the sales of flavored products (fruit, candy, gum, wintergreen, mint and menthol) in the city as a whole, including adult-only tobacco establishments. Mayor Grant requested comment from the City Attorney regarding Sections 10 and 11 of the proposed Ordinance. City Attorney Jamnik discussed the modifications proposed for Sections 10 and 11. He noted the last phrase in Section 11 should be removed as it would be inconsistent if the flavor ban were passed. Councilmember Holmes addressed the issue of wholesalers doing business in Arden Hills. She reviewed the language within the Ordinance noting it would not apply to wholesalers doing business in Arden Hills. Councilmembers Scott, McClung and Holden supported this language as is regarding wholesalers in the City. Councilmember Holmes asked if the Council supported limiting retail sales of tobacco to individuals under the age of 21. Councilmember McClung stated he supported this recommendation. Councilmember Holmes questioned if the City should raise the age of those able to work on convenience stores to 21. City Attorney Jamnik advised this may create problems for those currently working in convenient stores. Mayor Grant stated he wished the State of Minnesota would address this issue. However, because the State was not taking action, he supported the City addressing this issue because it was a public safety concern. He thanked everyone who spoke this evening and for voicing their concerns. He explained he supported changing he tobacco sales age to 21. He understood this ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—MARCH 25, 2019 10 may impact some of the City's businesses. He anticipated that the playing field would be leveled once the State took action on this matter. In addition, he believed that by passing this Ordinance a message would be sent to the local and State legislators. Councilmember Holden commented she also supported changing the tobacco sales age to 21. Councilmember Scott thanked the young people who came out to speak tonight. He appreciated the fact that they came out to speak regarding this issue. He noted he met with the City's State Rep and explained there was movement in the legislature to take statewide action. He reported there was support in the House but not the Senate. He indicated this may change. He commented on how he was raising his children in a first-generation smoke-free environment. He discussed the importance of not allowing young adults to be exposed to tobacco products at an early age. He explained he would be proposing an amendment to the Ordinance and suggested the Ordinance not take effect until a later date. He stated if the Ordinance were to take effect on Tuesday, March 26,2019, this would put an undo burden on local business owners. City Clerk Hanson reported vendors would be given until July 1, 2019, to comply with the new Ordinance. Councilmember Scott stated he would be supporting the Ordinance as presented. MOTION: Councilmember McClung moved and Councilmember Holden seconded a motion to adopt Ordinance #2019-003 Amending Chapter 3, License and Regulations, Section 350, Tobacco Products removing the blue font language in Subdivision 11 on Page 6 regarding samples, and authorizing summary publication of the Ordinance. Councilmember Holmes requested an amendment to the Ordinance on Page 8, stating she would like to see adult tobacco shops allowed to sell flavored products. She recommended all of the crossed-out language in Subdivision 2 not be crossed out. She supported this amendment because only individuals over the age of 21 could enter an adult tobacco shop. She explained the intent of this Ordinance was to protect those under the age of 21 and this amendment would still be in alignment this this intent. AMENDMENT: Councilmember Holmes moved to amend the Ordinance Amending Subdivision 2 to allow for the sale of flavored tobacco in adult tobacco shops. The amendment failed for lack of a second. Councilmember Holden commented if the purpose was to stop young people from smoking, she had a different view on flavored tobacco than if the purpose was to assist adult smokers from smoking. Councilmember McClung indicated he supported the Ordinance as drafted which would prohibit the sale of flavored products in Arden Hills. Mayor Grant stated he would support the language as written. ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—MARCH 25, 2019 11 Councilmember Scott indicated Arden Hills was proposing to take a larger step than some of its neighboring communities. However, he understood that flavored products were being targeted to young adults. For this reason, he supported the language as is with the banning of flavored products in Arden Hills. Councilmember Holmes agreed she was against the sale of flavored products but did not believe adult tobacco shops fit into the purpose of the Ordinance. Because she was in the minority on this issue, she would not disagree with the sale of flavored tobacco otherwise. Mayor Grant commented there was a potential the City Council would have to revisit this issue if the State were to pass legislation regarding the sale of tobacco and flavored tobacco products. City Attorney Jamnik reported this was the case. Councilmember Holden indicated the only other item she wanted to address was under Subdivision 12 regarding the age of individuals selling tobacco products. She stated she supported the language as written and did not want to see the age raised to 21. Councilmember Holden asked if 90 days was enough time to allow retailers to get rid of their flavored tobacco products. City Clerk Hanson stated other cities had an even shorter time period to allow for the adjustment and noted the 90 days was being offered per the Council's recommendation at a prior work session. The motion carried (5-0). 11. UNFINISHED BUSINESS None. 12. COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilmember Scott congratulated City Planner Mike Mrosla on becoming a father on March 11, 2019. Councilmember Scott thanked the Public Works Department for their great work during the recent snow events and thanked all of the residents in Arden Hills for keeping their fire hydrants free and clear of snow. Councilmember Scott reported Friday, March 29, 2019, has been declared Vietnam War Veterans Day and noted a program would be held at the VA Medical Center in Minneapolis at 9:00 a.m. Councilmember McClung thanked the Public Works Department for all of their hard work this winter and for filling City potholes this spring. ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—MARCH 25, 2019 12 Councilmember McClung reported the Fire Board met last Wednesday at Station 4 and discussed the space constraints at this station. Councilmember Holmes discussed an email the Council received from the Arden Hillbillies regarding the development of TCAAP noting this email was forwarded to Representative Blake Huffman. She encouraged residents to continue to bring their comments or concerns to the Council. Councilmember Holmes stated she would be missing two meetings in April. Councilmember Holden expressed concern with the lack of communication County Commissioner Huffman has had with the City. She encouraged Commissioner Huffman to follow through with his promise to provide the City with information as promised. Councilmember Holden discussed the 10 properties that had improperly working water meters. She noted she stopped by four of these properties and spoke with the residents. She stated she would be willing to meet with the remaining residents if she had assistance. Councilmember Scott volunteered to assist Councilmember Holden with this task. Councilmember Holden addressed the comment that the City Council was stalling the development of TCAAP. She commented the City completed its work in December of 2016 and has yet to have the County move towards their part of the project. She explained the City did not want to move to mediation because further information was needed from the County in order for the City to develop specific responses. Mayor Grant thanked the Council and staff for bearing with him this evening. He stated this was an important meeting and he appreciated the fact a full Council was present. Mayor Grant discussed the TCAAP project and noted this endeavor began as a zoning and master plan that was put together with resident involvement. He stated this plan was supported and approved by Ramsey County in December of 2016. He indicated the County's next deliverable was to negotiate the land sale. Up until February of 2018,the City had been left out of all discussions regarding the TCAAP development. He commented if the City were to believe the statements of the developer, they have not been in discussions with the County either. He reported the City Council remains open to moving this project forward. He explained the Joint Development Authority (JDA) would meet next on Monday, April 1, 2019, at City Hall at 5:30 p.m. Mayor Grant thanked Public Works for clearing the storm sewer drains in the City. ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL— MARCH 25, 2019 13 ADJOURN MOTION: Councilmember McClung moved and Councilmember Holden seconded a motion to ad*ourn. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). MD yor Grant ad' urned the Regular City Council Meeting at 9:30 pin. I Hanson David Grant C Clerk Mayor