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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC 07-28-2003 . . . ~ ~HILLS MEETING MINUTES APPROVED CITY OF ARDEN HILLS, MINNESOTA REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING JULY 28, 2003, 7:00 P.M. CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 1245 WEST HIGHWAY 96 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, Mayor Beverly Aplikowski called to order the regular City Council meeting at 7:09 p.m. Present: Mayor Beverly Aplikowski, Councilmembers David Grant, Brenda Holden, Gregg Larson, and Lois Rem. Absent: None. Also present were Interim City Administrator/Director of Community Services, Aaron Parrish; City Attorney, Jerry Filla; Deputy Clerk/Human Resources Director, Cynthia Young; Operations and Maintenance Director, Thomas J. Moore; City Engineer, Greg Brown; City Planner, Peter Hellegers; Recreation Program Supervisor, Michelle Olson; and Recording Secretary, Kathleen Altman. 1. APPROVAL OF MEETING AGENDA MOTION: Councilmember Rem moved and Councilmember Holden seconded a motion to approve the meeting agenda, The motion carried unanimously (5-0). 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. B. July 14,2003 Council Meeting July 21, 2003 Council Work Session . . . ARDEN HILLS REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JULY 28, 2003 2 Councilmember Grant requested the following changes: July 14, 2003 City Council Meeting, Page 15, under his comments, change "they" to Council. Councilmember Rem requested the following changes: July 14, 2003 City Council Meeting, Page 4, last sentence, change "they" to staff. Page 13, she requested staff listen to the tape to determine what Ms, Amble's comments were regarding the catch basin on Lexington Avenue. Councilmember Holden requested the following changes: July 14, 2003 City Council Meeting, Page 13, under Linda Amble's first comment change "so" to since, Under Ms, Amble's second comment, remove the word "if' and change "would" to could not. Page 15, first full sentence, should read, "She asked if they had received any correspondence from the St. Paul Chamber of Commerce regarding the Post Office interest in the TCAAP property, Councilmember Larson requested the following changes: None, Mayor Aplikowski requested the following changes: Requested staff review the tape of the July 14, 2003 City Council Meeting to determine what Ms, Amble's comments were, Mr. Parrish requested the following changes: None. MOTION: Councilmember Grant moved and Councilmember Rem seconded a motion to approve the July 14, 2003 City Council Meeting Minutes and the July 21,2003 Council Work Session Minutes as amended. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). 3. CONSENT CALENDAR a, Claims and Payroll b. Resolution No. 03-52: Approving the New Use of Tax Forfeited Land MOTION: Councilmember Larson moved and Councilmember Grant seconded a motion to approve the Consent Calendar and to authorize execution of all necessary ARDEN HILLS REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JULY 28, 2003 3 . documents contained therein, The motion carried unanimously (5-0). 4. PUBLIC INQUlRIES/INFORMATIONAL Mary Ann Lindberg, 1695 Brueberry Lane, expressed concern regarding the closure of the Arden Hills Library, She stated the library was very important to the residents, She indicated many residents of the City had worked hard to support the library and the continuing education the library offered. She requested the City support a campaign to save the library. She indicated the existing library should not be closed until the new library was opened, She stated her husband was the current President of the Friends of Ramsey County Library and they could be reached at 651-633-7349. Councilmember Rem suggested Mrs, Lindberg prepare handouts regarding any meetings and where the residents could write or call to express their concern about the library closing, . Councilmember Holden requested Mrs. Lindberg leave the information with the Council, and she would see ifit could be included the City Newsletter, Councilmember Larson requested staff prepare a resolution from the City expressing its concern regarding the library closure, Councilmember Grant agreed with Councilmember Larson's suggestion and wanted to encourage the County Commissioners to leave the library open until the future of the new library could be assured, Mr. Lindberg, 1695 Brueberry Lane, stated they had just completed giving away and disposing of the books that were in the No, St. Paul Library, which had closed. He stated they disposed of approximately 30,000 books, He requested this not happen to the Arden Hills library. Councilmember Larson stated it made sense not to close the existing library until the new library was built. . Mayor Aplikowski directed staff to prepare a draft resolution, . . . ARDEN HILLS REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JULY 28, 2003 4 CounciImember Rem requested staff determine that a resolution was not duplicative of the previous resolution, Mayor Aplikowski welcomed members of Boy Scout Troop 186, Drew Erickson, Roseville, stated they were from Ivy Middle School and were working on their communication badges, Matt DeVair, Roseville, introduced himself. Paul Butler, Arden Hills, introduced himself. 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS None, 6. COMMUNITY SERVICES A. Planning Case No. 03-16: Dobratz Variance Mr. Hellegers stated the applicant was requesting an 18-foot variance from the rear yard setback. He noted the variance would allow construction of a 6-foot addition to the current deck and allow the applicants to construct a pergola, which would have removable screens to provide a bug-free area on their deck. The proposed deck, with extension, would bring the deck to within twelve feet of the southern property line, The southern property line abutted a heavily wooded area on the northern edge of Floral Park, which was approximately 29 feet deep. Mr. Hellegers further stated the Planning Commission recommended that the variance request of eighteen (18) feet for the minimum rear setback be approved as submitted. He noted a condition was recommended that all necessary applications for building permits should be filed with the City Building official for approval prior to the issuance of a building permit. MOTION: Councilmember Larson moved and Councilmember Holden seconded a motion to approve Planning Case No. 03-16: David and Martha Dobratz, 1440 Indian Oaks . . . ARDEN HILLS REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JULY 28, 2003 5 Trail, Variance (Zoning Ordinance), subject to the condition as noted in staffs July 28, 2003 report. Councilmember Rem noted there was considerable discussion at the Planning Commission regarding not setting a precedence of using parkland in lieu of a setback area, She indicated applicants were requesting an increase of an already existing non-conforming use, She stated she would not oppose the motion, but wanted to note that this was an issue with the Planning Commission, The motion carried unanimously (5-0). B. Planninl!: Case No. 03-17: Beaudry Variance Mr. Hellegers stated the applicant was requesting a variance to allow construction of a garage five feet from the west property line, He indicated the Planning Commission recommended approval as submitted, MOTION: Councilmember Grant moved and Councilmember Holden seconded a motion to approve Planning Case No. 03-17: Patricia Beaudry, 1860 Glenpaul Avenue, Variance (Zoning Ordinance) as submitted. The motion carried unanimously (5-0), 7. OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE A. Karth Lake: Permanent Pumpinl!: Option Mr. Moore stated staff recommended a permanent pumping solution to the Karth Lake high water level. Excess water pumped from Karth Lake would be routed to Valentine Lake via a storm sewer pipe that extends to the existing storm sewer through the Guidant property, He noted the project cost was estimated at $70,000, He indicated the permanent pumping solution would have minimal impact on the neighborhood, Mr. Brown summarized what the system would look like and how it would function. ARDEN HILLS REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JULY 28, 2003 6 . Mr. Parrish stated the preliminary financing proposal called for a SO/50 cost split between the City and residents living directly adjacent to Karth Lake. He indicated it would be necessary to create a Lake Improvement District for Karth Lake. He noted they had received two e-mails from residents, one from Carol Jacobsen, 1295 Wyncrest Court that stated: Just today I learned that a meeting had been scheduled for this evening to further discuss issues regarding the possible pumping of Karth Lake. It is my understanding that a letter dated July 23, 2003, was sent to the Karth Lake Area residents. Please be advised that the residents on Wyncrest Court did not receive this letter nor did they receive any notification of a meeting this evening. . It is further my understanding that the letter sent to Karth Lake Area residents proposes a permanent pumping method utilizing a route that extends to the existing storm sewer system through Guidant property and, therefore, should have no impact upon the residents of Wyncrest Court. Should any alterations to the Guidant route be proposed, I would expect that prompt notification would be delivered to all residents of Karth Lake South (Wyncrest Court). I would like to thank the Councilmembers for your time and attention in reaching a mutually agreeable resolution to this matter, Thank you, Mr. Parrish stated staff had also received a second e-mail from Ron Hagkull, 1289 Karth Lake Circle that stated: Some of my comments herein are those that I publically(sic) voiced at the Arden Hills City Hall on July 14, the most recent public meeting called on the subject. . First, there are 5 homes/families on Karth Lake Circle that directly border on the N-W side of the lake, None of us has been unduly affected by the rising/lowering of the lake levels as we are all situated on elevated lots, We, and the other residents did not create the situation that all the lake residents ARDEN HILLS REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JULY 28, 2003 7 . now find themselves in. As I stated in the July 14 meeting, the problem was created, in my opinion, in the 1970's, by a group of technical, development and political persons who failed to plan for the obvious increase in lake level to follow the development planes), . Now you propose to further tax/assess those of us who have lakeshore further monies for something that was not our doing but that of the "city" in the original process in the 1970's, I recognize and agree that a pumping facility is needed to keep the lake level constant. What I fail to understand is why you have chosen to exclude the other residents, commercial finns, and drainage entities that flow into Karth Lake and cause the lake to increase beyond pre-development levels, As an example, the houses on the west side of Karth Lake Circle all drain into the lake, There are at least 4 automatic lawn sprinkler systems that are notorious for wastage (drainage into the lake) and there are none on our side of the lake, the east side of Karth Lake Circle. Those of us on the lake paid a premium of approximately $10,000 for our lots initially. Our taxes are essentially twice that of residents across the street, whose runoff also drains into the lake! During the July 14 meeting, it was mentioned that funding for this project may be forthcoming from Rice Creek Watershed, Ramsey County, and possibly others. Now it is the City of Arden Hills and the lake residents in a 50/50 split basis. Not a true 50/50 split as the lake residents are part of/contribute to the city's 50% as well! . Given the time, I would invite you to tour the lake on a boat and note how nice the lake looks now at this level. Contrary to what was stated at the meeting, no one in our recollection was ever "able to walk across the lake" nor have we ever seen 35 egrets in one tree, We do see egrets and other wildlife and expect we will continue to see such, I personally have lost 1 large oak tree and 2 small ones but have ample others on my lot. ARDEN HILLS REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JULY 28, 2003 8 . Summarizing, I think the solution is valid but late, and I disagree with limiting the financial liability to the lake shore residents for the reasons stated above. Mayor Aplikowski noted they were looking for a permanent solution that would work well for the residents around Karth Lake. Mr. Parrish stated the ongoing maintenance costs would be the responsibility of the City and not the Lake Improvement District. Councilmember Grant requested the Wyncrest Court residents be informed of any decision the Council reached tonight. Susan Johnson, 1220 Karth Lake Drive, asked why it was necessary for a Lake Improvement District. She further questioned who would be responsible for setting up the Lake Improvement District and what the expense would be to set it up, She asked how the residents were expected to pay for this improvement, . whether it was through an assessment or some other way, Mr. Parrish replied the City could not authorize a project without having a financing mechanism in place and it was necessary for the Lake Improvement District to approve the project. He explained how the residents could be assessed and that it would be up to the Council to determine the method of assessment. Mr. Filla stated the City would create the Lake Improvement District, adopt the first By-law for the District and appoint the first Board of Directors, but thereafter the District would appoint the Board of Directors. He stated any costs that were levied would have to be approved by the Council and the Council had the discretion to indicate how long those assessments would be placed on the residents. He noted for this type of an improvement, the assessment would generally be one-year. He indicated this process could take a couple of months to finalize, . Dick Roessler, 1261 Nursery Hill Lane, read a prepared statement. He stated using the lake to catch water without having an outlet for overflow was not good planning and he believed this was an oversight on the City's part, Now the residents have to deal with the consequences, He stated he realized that pumping was the only reasonable option, He indicated he was not blaming the current ARDEN HILLS REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JULY 28, 2003 9 . Council and staff. He stated he strongly supported the pumping recommendation ifit was managed well and with good operating policy. Elaine Francis, 1156 Amble Drive, stated she was in favor of a permanent solution to this problem. She noted the lake went nowhere but up without pumping, She indicated this was a chronic problem. While the residents living along the lake were not solely responsible for the storm sewers going to the lake, they enjoyed the amenities of the lake and believed it was the residents' responsibility to contribute to the solution, She expressed disappointment that the City of Shoreview and the businesses that had drainage into the lake were not included in the assessment. She stated even though some of her neighbors did not believe the higher water levels affected them, she believed all residents around the lake were or would be affected by the water levels in one form or another, She indicated she had no problem with paying her fair share so there could be a permanent solution to this problem. . Mr. Parrish stated if they received any other funding from the Rice Creek Watershed District or some other funding source, that amount would also be split 50/50 between the City and the residents, Bruce Johnson, 1220 Karth Lake Drive, stated he believed they needed to pump the lake. With respect to the price, he indicated $70,000 for a solution seemed to be a reasonable price, As far as who paid for this, everyone would like someone else to pay, but he believed as far as the residents around the lake were concerned, they were the primary beneficiaries in terms of retaining the value of their property and therefore a split of 50/50 was reasonable, As far as timing, he encouraged the Council to implement this as quickly as possible, He encouraged the Council to accept this proposal. Councilmember Rem asked if they could speed up the process. Mr. Brown replied they would advertise for bids next week and the project could be awarded as early as the second week in September. He stated he hoped they could be pumping before the lake froze, . Mr. Filla stated they could be pursuing both the bidding process and the Lake Improvement District at the same time, He noted this whole process could be completed in a couple of months , ARDEN HILLS REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JULY 28, 2003 10 . Cesar Farell, 1144 Hamline Drive, stated he believed pumping was the only solution to this problem. He commended staff for a good feasible solution to this problem. He stated he was willing to pay his fair share to solve this problem and was in support of a permanent pumping solution, . Councilmember Larson stated he believed it was better to pump the water through Wyncrest Court because it was approximately $20,000 cheaper. He stated the reason they were not looking at Wyncrest Court was because there was one resident who continued to insist that there was an impact on her basement. He noted they had televised the sewer system in this area and found nothing. He also stated they had inspected her home and found no evidence of a wet basement. He noted the sewer system in that area was sufficient to handle the additional water flow, He stated on the basis of this one individual, he did not think the Council should be taking a route that was going to cost $20,000 more, He stated he supported this project and they needed a resolution, but he did not believe the cost needed to be as high as this, and while he recognized that if they pumped through Wyncrest, the City might get complaints about possible wet basements, no impact to these residents had been proven, He stated he would support the project, but not at a cost of $20,000 more, Councilmember Holden stated she had spoken with other residents in the area and three other residents in the area had indicated that they had extremely wet yards during the pumping last year. Councilmember Rem also noted other residents had expressed concerns regarding wet yards and damp basements, She stated if the Council chose to go through this neighborhood, they would need to notify the Wyncrest Court residents of this prior to making a motion tonight. She stated it did not make sense to set up the same route when the residents had already experienced problems in the past. She stated it made more sense to spend more now, instead of dealing with this issue in the future and the possibility of rerouting the drainage. . Mr. Parrish pointed out that in the long run, if they pumped through Wyncrest Court and the residents had issues with excessive water in their neighborhood, the City would spend considerably more than $20,000 to resolve the issue and reroute the pumping through the commercial area, . . . ARDEN HILLS REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JUL Y 28, 2003 11 Mayor Aplikowski stated time was of the essence in this matter and if they had the Wyncrest Court residents come to another meeting because they were not notified ofthis meeting, this would delay the process, Councilmember Grant stated it made good sense to pump through a commercial district, rather than a residential area, Councilmember Larson stated the Council could not please everyone and $20,000 was a lot of money and it was not necessary to spend this amount when there was another solution, MOTION: Councilmember Grant moved and Councilmember Holden seconded a motion to approve the Karth Lake pumping project, and authorize the advertisement of bids and direct staff to begin the process to create a Lake Improvement District for Karth Lake, Councilmember Grant noted it was important that the lake be pumped as soon as possible and he did not want to see this project be delayed, He stated he was in favor of this solution. Councilmember Rem stated residents along Wyncrest Court had experienced difficulties and the reason to proceed with the commercial route was not just because Wyncrest Court residents did not like the route, She indicated it did not make sense to go with the shortest, cheapest route for this project. Councilmember Larson noted he was not speaking against the project, but he believed the Council should be pursuing the cheaper route, He stated he would not vote for this, but he supported the project, just not the route, Mayor Aplikowski stated while $20,000 was a lot of money, taking the whole scale of the project in mind, she believed this was a good solution and was in support of it. The motion carried (4-1 Councilmember Larson), B. Fernwood Pond Drainal!e Easement . . . ARDEN HILLS REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JULY 28, 2003 12 Mr. Parrish stated based on the current plans for the Ingerson neighborhood storm water pond, it is necessary to acquire a drainage easement from 1200 Ingerson Road. The easement area required was approximately 2,143 square feet. He stated Mr. Freimuth would be compensated $1500 for providing the easement. He thanked Mr. Freimuth for his patience and cooperation. Councilmember Rem pointed out that Mr. Freimuth had not received notice of this discussion, but he had no objection to the proposal. Mr. Parrish replied a copy of the staff report had been faxed to Mr. Freimuth last Friday and he had informed Mr. Freimuth that it was not necessary for him to come to the meeting. MOTION: Councilmember Larson moved and Councilmember Rem seconded a motion authorizing staff to acquire a permanent drainage easement with Mr. Steven Freimuth at 1200 Ingerson Road in an amount not to exceed $1,500.00. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). C. Cummine:s Park Shelter Desi2n Mr. Hellegers stated RSP Architects, the architect for Guidant, was requesting approval of the design for the Cummings Park Shelter. He stated the Council must approve the design of the park shelter before the Building Official could issue a building permit for this project. Councilmember Holden asked about the timeline. Mr. Parrish replied it would be a two to three month project once it was started. MOTION: Councilmember Grant moved and Councilmember Holden seconded a motion to approve the Cummings Park Shelter Plan and Design. Rich Straumann, Chairman of the PTRC, thanked the Council for their approval. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). . . . . ARDEN HILLS REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JULY 28, 2003 13 8. ADMINISTRATION A. City Hall Buildine: Update Mr. Filla stated they had received a Demand for Arbitration and the City would be filing a counterclaim against the contractor. Mr. Moore stated a firm had been hired to test for mold and noted mold had been found in the lower level. He indicated he had not received any documentation yet of mold in the main lobby, the small Council room or the hallway. He stated he expected a report on Wednesday. Councilmember Holden stated the health of the staff was very important and the Council needed to find out what type of mold they were dealing with. B. Ordinance No. 344: Amendine: Chapter 5 (Alcoholic Bevera2es) Ms. Young stated the 2003 Minnesota Legislative Session passed legislation to allow for the sale of alcoholic beverages on the liquor-licensed premises until 2:00 a.m. on all days of the week effective July 1, 2003. Licensees would need to apply for a special 2:00 a.m. license from the Alcohol and Gambling Enforcement Division and pay a fee based on their previous annual 12 months liquor receipts. At the Work Session on July 21, 2003, Council discussed the issue with several interested Arden Hills business owners who requested the Council approve an Ordinance amending the Municipal Code to follow the recent legislation allowing the sale of alcoholic beverages on the liquor license premises until 2:00 a.ill. She stated staff was recommending the Council approve Ordinance No. 344: Amending Chapter 5 (Alcoholic Beverages) of the Arden Hills Municipal Code. Tom Cossack, Blue Fox Bar and Grill, stated he did not necessarily want to extend the closing of his establishment but given his competitors had done so, it was important to have the choice of a 2 a.m. closing. MOTION: Councilmember Rem moved and Councilmember Larson seconded a motion to approve Ordinance No. 344: Amending Chapter 5 (Alcoholic Beverages). The motion carried unanimously (5-0). . . . ARDEN HILLS REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JUL Y 28, 2003 14 C. Resolution No. 03-53: Opposine: Certain Portions of the Minnesota Personal Protection Act Ms. Young stated in light of the recent incident in New York and other situations, Councilmember Larson had requested Resolution No. 03-53 and other discussion items from the Council Work Session on July 23,2003 be brought forth at the July 28 Council meeting. Councilmember Larson stated he would like to see a sign posted that stated guns and other weapons were not welcome at City Hall. He indicated this would not ban guns and other weapons, but would inform visitors that weapons were not welcome in the City Hall. MOTION: Councilmember Larson moved and Councilmember Rem seconded a motion to post a sign at the entrance to City Hall stating guns and other weapons are not welcome at City Hall and to approve and send to the legislature Resolution No. 03-53: A Resolution Stating the City Council's Opposition to Certain Provisions in the 2003 Minnesota Personal Protection Act, and Calling for Amendments to Prohibit Concealed Weapons on City Property. Mayor Aplikowski asked if the Resolutions could be taken separately. Councilmember Larson stated he would revise his motion. MOTION: Councilmember Larson moved and Councilmember Rem seconded a motion to post a sign in a prominent location at City Hall stating "Guns and other weapons are not welcome at City Hall." Mayor Aplikowski asked if they were allowed by law to post such a sign. Mr. Filla replied he believed as long as the sign did not restrict guns and other weapons, the sign was appropriate. He noted the sign was for informational purposes only and no enforcement of this would be taken ARDEN HILLS REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JULY 28, 2003 15 . Councilmember Rem noted it was important for the City to take a stand on this Issue. Mr. Filla stated this motion was only expressing the City's wishes and was not enforcing or banning guns and other weapons. Councilmember Holden stated she would be voting against this because the Legislature gave the residents the right to carry guns and gave no rights to the cities and counties. She suggested if people had a concern, they needed to write to their Legislators expressing opposition. She stated she did not have a concern for her safety while in City Hall. Councilmember Larson stated the signs were going to be everywhere banning guns and he was not saying they were going to ban guns and other weapons, only that it was the City's preference that they not be brought into City Hall. Mayor Aplikowski stated she had a concern about the phrase other weapons . being on the sign. She asked what other weapons consisted of. Councilmember Larson stated he would revise his Motion to state that Guns were not welcome at City Hall. Councilmember Rem indicated she accepted the revision. Councilmember Grant asked what was a prominent location and how large the sign would be. Councilmember Larson replied he would leave this up to staff. Ms. Young stated she had seen a sign recently that was simply an 8"x 11" format placed in a plastic sleeve stating "Guns were not welcome at City Hall" posted near the handle of a main entrance door. Mayor Aplikowski stated she would now support the motion with the "other weapons" clause being removed. . The motion carried (3-2) Councilmembers Grant and Holden . . . ARDEN HILLS REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JULY 28, 2003 16 MOTION: Councilmember Larson moved and Councilmember Rem seconded a motion to approve and forward to the Minnesota State Legislature Resolution No. 03-53: A Resolution Stating the City Council's Opposition to Certain Provisions in the 2003 Minnesota Personal Protection Act, and Calling for Amendments to Prohibit Concealed Weapons on City Property. Councilmember Grant requested the Resolution be sent to their State Representative and State Senator and not the entire legislature. Councilmember Larson agreed the Resolution should be sent to their elected officials only. The motion carried unanimously (4-1). Mayor Aplikowski D. Administrator Update Mr. Filla stated he had drafted a sample agreement for the Council's consideration for the City Administrator position. Council made various suggestions/revisions to the agreement. Mr. Filla stated he would revise the agreement taking into account the Council's suggestions/revisions and e-mail it to the Council. MOTION: Councilmember Larson moved and Councilmember Rem seconded a motion to extend the Council Meeting to 10:30 p.rn. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). Mr. Parrish suggested the Council approve a motion approving the agreement subject to the revisions by the City Attorney and authorize Mayor Aplikowski to execute the agreement. MOTION: Councilmember Rem moved and Councilmember Holden seconded a motion to approve the Agreement subject to the revisions by the City Attorney and ARDEN HILLS REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JULY 28, 2003 17 . authorize the Mayor to execute the Agreement. The motion carried unanimously (5-0) CITY COUNCIL REPORTS Council member Holden Stated the Newsletter Committee was meeting on Wednesday morning at 7:00 a.m. She indicated she would bring the Arden Hills Library issue up at the meeting. Councilmember Larson None. Councilmember Rem None. . Councilmember Grant Stated the County Board would be meeting on August 5 to discuss the maintenance facility. He noted the PTRC had met recently and the PTRC was moving forward with plans and designs for the shelter at Cummings Park. Mayor Aplikowski Stated Monday, August 4, the Ramsey County Board was meeting. She noted on August 12 there was a groundbreaking ceremony for the Maintenance Facility. She stated she could not be in her office at City Hall on August 6 until later and requested a sign be posted indicating this. Councilmember Holden stated she would be in attendance until the Mayor could show up. Mayor Aplikowski stated the Met Council was hosting a meeting on July 30 at 3 :00 p.m. She thanked staff for their work and effort in bringing forward the budget figures. She reminded everyone that the fireworks that were previously cancelled were being rescheduled for Tuesday, August 5, at approximately 9:30 p.m. at Tony Schmidt Park. Mr. Parrish . Stated they did not have anything scheduled for the August 11 meeting at this time. He asked if the Council wanted to have the meeting, or if they wanted to . . . ARDEN HILLS REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JULY 28, 2003 18 cancel. Council decided if nothing else came up, they would agree to cancel the meeting. Mayor Aplikowski adjourned the Regular City Council Meeting at 10:26 p.m. /;" ~ < Cl/?~ ~~~ Aaron Parrish Interim City Administrator Heverly ApI" Mayor NOTICE OF MEETINGS The next Council Meeting will be held Monday, August 11, 2003 at 7:00 p.m. in thc Arden Hills Council Chambers, unless cancelled.