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CITY OF ARDEN HILLS, MINNESOTA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OCTOBER 30, 2000
. 7:30 P.M. - ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
CALL TO ORDERfROLL CALL
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, Mayor Dennis Probst called to order the regular
City Council meeting at 7:30 p,m,
Present: Mayor Dennis Probst, Councilmembers Beverly Aplikowski, David Grant,
Gregg Larson, and Lois Rem.
Absent: None,
Also present were City Administrator, Joe Lynch; City Attorney Jerry Filla; City
Planner, Jennifer Chaput; and Recording Secretary, Mary Mullen,
ADOPT AGENDA
MOTION: Council member Aplikowski moved and Councilmember Rem seconded a motion
to adopt the agenda for the October 30, 2000, regular City Council meeting, as
submitted. The motion carried unanimously (5-0).
. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. October 10, 2000 Regular Council Meeting
Councilmember Grant requested the following changes: On page 3, third paragraph from
bottom, replace "residents' testimony" with "public comments", On Page 6, third paragraph,
first line, replace "as" with "about". On page 8, fifth paragraph, insert "significant" before
"pleasure".
Councilmember Larson requested the following changes: On page 5, the second half ofthe page
should be amended to reflect that only one feasibility study was ever produced by the City and
accepted for public comment He added that the document referred to by Councilmember Rem
was a preliminary draft ofthe feasibility study,
Councilmember Rem stated that two feasibility studies were released, and the first study was not
designated as a draft Councilmember Larson requested that City staff correct the minutes as
appropriate.
Councilmember Larson requested the following changes: On page 10, second paragraph from
bottom, last line, replace "to" with "with", On page 12, third paragraph from bottom, second line
from bottom, replace "is" with "are". On page 12, last paragraph, insert "asked" after "Rem",
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Councilmember Aplikowski requested the following changes: On page 10, note that the first
. motion near the bottom ofthe page was withdra'l'.TI, On page 11, in the paragraph immediately
above Item C, first line, replace "City" with "Council",
Councilmember Rem requested the following change: On page 6, fourth paragraph, fourth line,
insert "who was not a member ofthe Council at that time" before "to move ahead".
B. October 16, 2000 Council Worksession
MOTION: Councilmember Aplikowski moved and Councilmember Grant seconded a motion
to approve the meeting minutes as amended, The motion carried unanimously (5-
0).
CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Claims and Payroll
B. Ordinance #320, Summary Antenna Ordinance
C. Res. #00-37, Resolution Authorizing a Tax Rate Increase for the 2000 Tax Levy,
Collectible in 2001
D. Mounds View Public Schools, Water Easement Request
E. Res. #00-38, Resolution Appointing Data Practices Compliance Official
F. 2001 AMM and LMC Legislative Policies and Priorities
. G. Regular Employee Status, Planner Jennifer Chaput
Councilmember Rem stated, with regard to Item F, 2001 Association of Metropolitan
Municipalities, that the inclusion of sales Metropolitan Council authority as a priority item was
not in the Council's worksession minutes, Mayor Probst suggested that Item F be removed from
the Consent Calendar and addressed as a separate item on the agenda,
MOTION: Councilmember Grant moved and Councilmember Aplikowski seconded a motion
to approve the Consent Calendar and authorize execution of all necessary
documents contained therein, with the exception of Item F, and the placement of
Item F on the main agenda. The motion carried unanimously (5-0).
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Mayor Probst invited those present to come forward and address the Council on any items not
already on the agenda,
Elizabeth Garski, 1795 Lake Valentine Road, stated she appeared before the Council in April
2000 with regard to lights in the Mounds View High School parking lot. She added that a
Special Use Permit was approved for the school, at which time the Council had suggested that
the lights be consistently turned off at 10:00 p,m. She noted that nothing has changed, and often
. the lights stay on until 1 :30 a.m. She suggested that maintenance staff at the school might need
instructions with regard to the operation of the lighting timer mechanism.
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Ms. Garski stated she has discussed this issue with City Planner Chaput and Julie Wikelius, the
. school's Principal, as well as the Maintenance Supervisor for the School District. She added that
nothing has been done to fix the problem. Ms. Chaput stated she was told the School District
would look into the problem and resolve it.
Mayor Probst stated that the Special Use Permit granted to the school was conditioned upon
resolution of this problem, He noted that another issue regarding the school was on the meeting
agenda, He suggested that, with Council's agreement, City staff should be directed to follow up
with the School District regarding the parking lot lighting issue and the potential revocation of
their SUP if this issue is not sufficiently addressed. He added that staff should indicate that the
City's interest in pursuing other projects in conjunction with the School District would be
assisted by their immediate attention to this matter.
Mr. Lynch stated that he met recently with Karl Collmark, a representative of the School District,
who indicated that some lights in the parking lot are on all evening for security reasons. Ms.
Garski stated she is aware of three lights which are left on for this purpose, adding that all the
other lights in the parking lot are left on as well.
Councilmember Larson stated that the parking lot's security gates should be closed when there
are no events taking place at the school. He added this would provide better security than three
lights in any case, and there would be no need to worry about activities in the parking lot.
. UNFINISHED AND NEW BUSINESS
A. Planning Cases
1. Case #00-35, 3295 and 3301 Katie Court, Tran and O'Meara, Lot Consolidation
Ms. Chaput explained that the applicants are requesting approval of a lot consolidation to
combine two parcels, 3295 Katie Court and 3301 Katie Court, Zoned R-3, Townhouse and Low
Density Multiple Dwelling District, into one parcel.
Ms, Chaput stated the applicants wish to combine the two parcels to be able to construct a single
family home on one larger parcel. The applicant also feels that one of the parcels, 3295 Katie
Lane, may be unbuildable due to a pipeline easement. This casement was used to service TCAAP
from Minneapolis and has since been abandoned. However, the easement continues to show up
on surveys because the necessary paperwork has not been completed, The easement is for a
pipeline, buried at an unknown depth, which was required to be filled or removed when TCAAP
had it abandoned.
Ms. Chaput stated the pipeline is at least 12" in diameter and, if it still exists on any property,
filled with concrete, would be costly to remove and could impair construction, depending on its
depth and location. There have been no previous planning cases on these specific properties.
. However, a variance was granted by the City Council in 1983 during the initial platting of the
Katie Court area to allow for a ten-footreduction in the front yard setbacks of each lot,
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Ms, Chaput stated that the application met all of the procedural requirements for a lot
. combination application, as outlined in Section 22-12, (el ofthe City Code
Ms, Chaput stated that the Planning Commission recommends approval of Planning Case #00-
35, lot consolidation of two parcels, 3295 and 3301 Katie Court, into one parcel, with the
following reasons:
L The application is able to meet the criteria for consolidation as outlined in Section 22-12, (el
of the City Code;
2, A survey acceptable to the City and the County, documenting the consolidated parcel, must
be filed and legally recorded with Ramsey County,
Councilmember Grant stated that the properties in question are referred to as being located on
both Katie Court and Katie Lane, He requested clarification, Ms, Chaput apologized, adding
that the properties are located on Katie Court
MOTION: Councilmember Larson moved and Councilmember Aplikowski seconded a
motion to approve Planning Case #00-35, lot consolidation of two parcels, 3295
and 3301 Katie Court, into one parcel, with the following reasons:
L The application is able to meet the criteria for consolidation as outlined in
Section 22-12, (el of the City Code;
. 2, A survey acceptable to the City and the County, documenting the consolidated
parcel, must he filed and legally recorded with Ramsey County.
The motion carried unanimously (5-0).
2. Case #00-36, 1700 Highway 96, North Heights Lutheran Church, Planned Unit
Development (PUD) Amendment
Ms, Chaput explained that the applicant is requesting approval of an amendment to North
Heights Lutheran Church's Planned Unit Development for the addition of two accessory
structures on the southwest portion of the property on the Highway 10 side of the property,
Ms. Chaput stated that a Planned Unit Development for North Heights Lutheran Church was
origina]]y approved by the City in Planning Case 84-21. The concept PUD set out a four stage
development program, The PUD was amended with Planning Case 95-13 for the addition of
temporary classrooms and then again in Planning Case 97-05 for a major addition to the Church
as we]] as a change from a four to a three stage master plan,
Ms, Chaput stated that the first and second stages of the master plan have been completed at this
time. This application is not for phase three development (Sanctuary expansion) but for the
proposed addition oftwo accessory structures onto the property which are not currently shown
on thc master plan, North Heights Lutheran Church does have the intention of coming before the
. Planning Commission in the ti.lture for phase three development but are not ready to do so at this
time.
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. Ms, Chaput stated that two gazebos are being proposed: a 26' gazebo (Williamsburg Pagoda) on
the northwesterly side of the principal structure and a 12' x 14' gazebo (Victorian Oval) on the
southwesterly side, The Williamsburg gazebo is approximately 676 square feet in area whereas
the Victorian is 168 square feet. The gazebos are considered accessory to the principal structure
on the property and are, therefore, being evaluated according to accessory structure regulations.
Ms. Chaput stated that the Zoning Ordinance does not currently limit the number of accessory
structures on a property. Therefore, the addition of two is permitted. They also do not exceed
the height of the principal structure, nor do they exceed the height permitted by the Zoning
Ordinance of35'. The gazebos are located in the side yard of the property and are not proposed
to be located within the front yard setback of the principal building, The Zoning Ordinance
states that accessory structures are permitted in the rear yard and within any area that is not
nearer the front lot line than the front yard setback line for the principal structure to which it is
accessory. The gazebos, although located on the side yard of the property, are actually to the rear
of the principal building.
Ms. Chaput stated that the setback for accessory structures for within either the side yard or the
rear yard is 10', The proposed positioning ofthc gazebos exceed this considerably. The
Williamsburg is approximately 223' (-30' from the principal building) and the Victorian is 94'
(-112 from the building) from the side lot line according to the property survey, Also, the areas
of both gazebos are less than the maximum area permitted for an accessory structure.
. Ms. Chaput stated that the proposed gazebos meet all of the minimum requirements for accessory
structures outlined in the City of Arden Hills' Zoning Ordinance.
Ms. Chaput stated that the Planning Commission recommends approval of a Planned Unit
Development amendment to North Heights Lutheran Church, located at ] 700 Highway 96, for
the addition of two accessory structures (gazebos) on the southwest portion of the property, as
outlined in the submitted plans, with the following condition:
L Application for a building permit must be made with the Building Inspector prior to
construction.
MOTION: Councilmember Grant moved and Councilmember Aplikowski seconded a motion
to approve Planning Case #00-36, Planned Unit Development amendment to
North Heights Lutheran Church, located at ] 700 Highway 96, for the addition of
two accessory structures (gazebos) on the soutllwest portion of the property, as
outlined in the submitted plans, with the following condition:
L Application for a building permit must be made with the Building
Inspector prior to construction,
The motion carried unanimously (5-0).
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Councilmember Larson asked whether the ordinance amendments with regard to accessory
. structures would apply to this PUD amendment, Ms. Chaput stated that if the amendment is
made prior to the ordinance changes, it would be allowed, She added that new requests would be
subject to the current ordinance,
Councilmember Larson stated he is unsure whether the limitation on accessory buildings would
apply to a PUD as it is not part of the master plan. Ms. Chaput agreed, stating that the PUD
process allows some flexibility and the limitation may not apply.
An unidentified representative of North Heights Church, asked whether a building permit could
be picked up the next morning. Mr. Lynch stated an electrical permit must be processed by
another inspector and may take a few days.
B. Pay Request #8, Forest Lake Contracting, West Round Lake Road (Phase 1)
Nick Landwehr, BRW, Inc., stated he is presenting Pay Request #8, Forest Lake Contracting,
West Round Lake Road, in the absence of City Engineer Greg Brown, He added that the City
awarded Forest Lake Contracting, Inc, the West Round Lake Road Improvements Phase I on
March 8, 1999 for a total contract amount of $794,725.05.
Mr. Landwehr stated the Council approved Change Order #1 on April 12, 1999 reducing the
contract amount to 726,725,05, and Change Order #2 on August 9, 1999 increasing the contract
. amount to $806,080.05. He added that Change Order #3 was approved by the Council on July
31, 2000 increasing the contract amount by $8,198,58 to $814,278.63,
Mr. Landwehr stated the contractor has finished the project. He added that Pay Estimate #8
reflects payment in full for all contract items except landscaping material. He noted that final
payment will be made next spring after all landscaping material has been inspected and approved
by the Project Engineer.
Mr. Landwehr stated that the City Engineer recommends approval of Pay Estimate #8 for Forest
Lake Contracting, Inc., of Forest Lake, Minnesota, in the amount of$48,965.42. A retain age of
0,52% is being held which reflects a 10% retainage on landscaping items to be inspected next
spnng.
Mayor Probst stated that some repairs had been completed recently, and asked whether staff were
satisfied with the result. Mr. Lynch stated the repairs are not completely satisfactory but will be
redone when the remaining portion of the road is widened and the grade is changed.
MOTION: Councilmember Aplikowski moved and Councilmember Grant seconded a motion
to approve Pay Estimate #8 for Forest Lake Contracting, Inc., of Forest Lake,
Minnesota, in the amount 01'$48,965.42, with a retainage of 0.52%. The motion
carried unanimously (5-0).
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C. Pay Request #1, Rochon Corporation, City Hall Pro.iect
. Mr. Lynch reviewed Pay Request #1 from Rochon Corporation with regard to the City Hall
Project in the amount of$52,723,74, He added the request includes initial work authorized by
the first Right of Entry mobilization, initial grading and some construction of utility lines. He
noted the pay requests represents 2% of the overall contract amount of $2,767,000.
Mr. Lynch stated that City staff recommends payment of Pay Request # 1 from Rochon
Corporation in the amount of$52,723.74.
MOTION: Councilmember Aplikowski moved and Councilmember Larson seconded a
motion to approve payment of Pay Request #1 to Rochon Corporation with regard
to the City Hall Project in the amount of$52,723,74. The motion carried
unanimously (5-0),
D. Unbudgeted 2000 Operating Transfers
Mr. Lynch reviewed Mr. Post's memo of October 23, 2000 which outlines proposed unbudgeted
2000 operating transfers. He stated the 2000 Pavement Management Plan represented a net
undcrspending of $148,000. He added the funding for the Parks Comprehensive Plan in the
amount of$60,000 may be transferred from the Community Services Fund No, 225. He noted
the Fire Station No.1 parking lot sealcoating was undertaken in conjunction with other City
. work at a project cost of $2,403 .64. He noted that the costs for audiovisual planning at the new
City Hall facility may be transferred from the Cable TV Fund No, 228.
COlillcilmember Aplikowski asked why the Parks Comprehensive Plan is not budgeted within the
Park Fund No, 227. Mr. Lynch stated that Mr. Post felt that rather than depleting the Park
Capital Fund, it would be more appropriate to transfer funds from the charitable gambling fund.
He added that the purpose of the Park Fund is to put into place new capital items within the Parks
and Recreation Department.
Councilmember Larson requested clarification with regard to the budgeted underspending of
$148,000 with regard to the 2000 Pavement Management Plan. Mayor Probst stated that the
previously proposed transfer had been canceled. Council member Larson stated that the net
budgeted underspending should be $148,000 plus $251,000. He added he will assume that Mr.
Post's figures are accurate.
MOTION: Councilmember Aplikowski moved and Councilmember Grant seconded a motion
to approve the unbudgeted 2000 operating transfers as outlined in the staff memo
dated October 23, 2000. The motion carried unanimously (5-0).
E. Resolution #00-39, Resolution Recognizing Accomplishments and Dissolving of the
Web site Task Force
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Mr. Lynch stated that the City's Website Task Force discussed their recommendation to establish
. a wcbsite and home page at a recent Council Worksession, He added that a direction for the
Task Force was not clear at the end of the Worksession,
Mr. Lynch stated that staffrecommends that the Council accept the Website Task Force
recommendation to establish a "vebsite and direct City staff to return with information on policies
and procedures needed for establishing and continuing operation of a website and rules and
responsibilities needed in keeping a presence.
Mr. Lynch stated that staff also recommends that the Council thank the Wehsite Task Force for
their efforts, and disband by resolution the Task Force.
Councilmember Rem expressed her surprise at staffs recommendation that the Task Force be
disbanded. She referred to an August 14 memo from Ms. Chaput and the minutes of the
September 18 worksession which indicated that the Task Force should further explore its
recommendations.
Councilmember Rem stated that the Task Force should be notified that they will not be required
to meet again if staff wishes to carryon its work. She stated that her recollection was that the
Task Force should move forward.
COlmcilmember Grant stated he too was surprised to see the recommendation that the Task Force
. be dishanded, He agreed that it was discussed at the September 18 worksession that the task
force would go forward. He added he would wish the Task Force to be allowed to proceed if
they are willing to do so. He noted that the Task Force is a group of talented residents who wish
to contribute to the City and should be encouraged in their endeavors.
Councilmember Aplikowski stated that disbanding of the Task Force is a premature step as the
Council had not discussed it as definite.
Councilmember Larson stated that the staff memorandum of August 14 indicated the Task Force
should make a recommendation of whether or not to establish a website, which they have done,
He added that their expertise should be utilized if there is some other way in which they can
contribute to the process of setting up a website.
Mayor Probst asked whether staff was satisfied that the website had provided the necessary
information for staff to move forward with the creation of a website, Mr. Lynch stated that there
was some concern among staff that the Task Force met without a clear sense of purpose or
direction other than whether a website should be created, He added that staff felt they had
provided the information requested by the Council.
Mr. Lynch stated that the Task Force could continue its work ifthe Council so desired, but with
expected outcomes clearly defined and limits clearly stated, He added, for example, that it would
not be appropriate for a citizen group to make decisions about issues regarding the development
. of policies and procedures.
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Mr. Lynch stated that a consumer group would be helpful in determining the appearance and
. contcnt of a web site, and a group of residents would be effective in that regard. He added that
such tasks would be different from what was originally planned for the Task Force.
Councilmember Grant stated that the Task Force was established by the Council, and it would be
appropriate for the Task Force to come back to the Council rather than staff. He added the
Council should decide to ask the Task Force to proceed with their work or turn it over to staff.
Councilmember Larson suggested the Council move forward and decide whether to accept the
Task Force's recommendation to proceed with a website. He added that the next step is to
instruct staff to detcrmine implementation ofa website. He noted that the Task Force might play
a role in the implementation, and agreed that some decisions might not be appropriate for a
citizen group.
Councilmember Rem reiterated that staffs memo of August 14 included specific
recommendations for the Council from the Task Force on which they had hoped to receive
feedback. She added that the Council's consensus was that the Task Force was formed to
provide recommendations and not to make decisions,
Councilmember Aplikowski stated, in her opinion, the issue should be discussed more
thoroughly. She added it is premature to dissolve the Task Force, which might be expanded or
changed to assist stafl' with the creation of a website, She noted the issue could be reviewed at an
. upcoming worksession,
MOTION: Councilmember Grant moved and Councilmember Larson seconded a motion to
table the acceptance ofthe Website Task Force's recommendation to establish a
website, and to disband the Task Force, until further discussion by the Council.
Thc motion carried unanimously (5-0),
ASSOCIATION OF METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITIES (AMM) POLICIES
DISCUSSION
Mr. Lynch stated that the minutes of the October 16 Council worksession did not record Item IV-
K, Metropolitan Council, as a priority for the AMM. He added it is identified as a
recommendation in the staff memo dated October 24. He noted the Council should resolve
whether it is a priority.
Councilmember Larson stated that if the Council agreed upon the issue and it is recorded in the
minutes, the memo to the AMM should be amended to reflect this. Mr. Lynch agreed, adding the
memo has not been officially submitted,
Mayor Probst concurred with the meeting minutes, adding he supports the inclusion of Item IV-
K, Metropolitan Council, as a priority,
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The Council expressed a consensus that the staff memo submitted to the AMM should reflect
. inclusion of Item IV-K, Metropolitan Council, as a priority to be forwarded to the AMM for their
consideration.
ADMINISTRATOR COMMENTS
A. Mounds View High School, Water Line Easement
Mr. Lynch stated that the School District indicated they wish to participate in a water line
connection with the City. He added the City Council authorized staff to proceed with
negotiations for the attainment of the easement for the purpose of installing a waterline
connection from Mounds View High School property line to Gramsie Road, He noted the
School District wants a closed easement.
Mr. Lynch stated that if the easement is left open, people might park on Gramsie Road and
access the soccer fields through the easement. He added this will raise the concern ofresidents
on Gramsie Road, as well as represent increased costs to the City for fences and shrubs, as well
as raise privacy issues. He reiterated that the School Districts wants the easement closed by a
fence,
Mayor Probst stated he would favor the City's participation in this water line connection, but
added that staff should remind the School District of other commitments they have made to the
. Council which have not been realized, and the Council may have some reluctance in completing
the project if that is the manner in which the School District honors its commitments,
Councilmember Larson stated he voted against participation in the water line connection. He
added he still feels the City should not be funding a project with the School District, which
recently floated the second largest bond issue in State history, and serves students from many
other municipalities.
Councilmember Rem stated that City staff had pointed out that the City could pay in part for the
project as the City will also benefit by having the water line connection, She asked what a closed
easement would look like. Mr. Lynch stated a fence would be located at the School's property
line, although staff will need to continue to have access to the water line for repair purposes.
MOTION: Councilmember Aplikowski moved and Councilmember Grant seconded a motion
to direct the City Administrator and City Attorney to pursue negotiations for an
easement for the purposes of allowing for a water line connection from Gramsie
Road to Mounds View High School.
Voting on the motion: Probst, Aplikowski, Grant and Rem voted aye. Larson
voted nay. The motion carried (4-1).
. Councilmember Larson stated he is not opposed to the easement but to the City's financial
contribution to the easement.
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Mr. Lynch stated that a representative afthe Gavernment Services Administratian is interested in
. meeting with the Cauncil as sa an as passible to. discuss the TCAAP redevelapment and further
study ar patential reuse af the property,
Mr, Lynch stated it wauld be wise to. wait until after the electian. He added the issue cauld be
discussed at a Warksessian, or a separate meeting cauld be scheduled. He nated the Pavement
Management Plan (PMP) wauld bc discussed at the next Warksessian,
Mayor Probst stated a discussian cauld take place at the Navember worksessian with regard to.
devclapments at the TCAAP property, items which might arise, and haw the Cauncil wishes to.
proceed prior to. having a discussian with a representative afthe Gavernment Services
Administratian.
Cauncilmember Aplikawski expressed her agreement, adding that the PMP shauld be discussed
no. later than January,
Mayar Prabst stated that there are a bra ad range af items with regard to. the Arsenal property
which need the Cauncil's attentian, including ways to. handle canfidentiality issues and haw the
meetings are publicized, as well as the next phase af planning,
COUNCIL COMMENTS
. Cauncilmember Grant stated that two. street lights were being repaired an Caunty Raad E in
additian to. reinfarcement afthe existing lights. He added the Cauncil had discussed adaptian af
a streetlight standard, and he requested clarificatian. Mr. Lynch stated that it is staffs intentian
to. bring forward a standard.
Mayor Probst stated that streetlight standards will became an issuc in cannectian with the
Highway 96 recanstructian project He addcd decisians must be made an whether the treatments
used in Shoreview will carry through the praject
Cauncilmember Grant stated the Parks, Trails and Recreatian Cammittee met Octaher 24 and
discussed future changes to. the City's flawer gardens. Cauncilmember Grant stated that the
City's entry signs were discussed at the Operatians and Finance Cammittee meeting, and the two.
graups might caordinate their effarts.
Mayar Probst stated that the Cauncil had taken actian several years ago. to. set aside funds far
permanent plantings araund the City. He added he wauld wish to. review that issue.
Cauncilmember Larsan reviewed the recent Planning Cammissian meeting at which zaning cade
ordinances amendments were reviewed.
Cauncilmember Larsan stated the Lake Jahanna Fire Department Pensian Fund's Baard af
Directars met last week and agreed to. produce an actuarial report at their next meeting, He
- added the Fire Baard mcets this week, nating he was surprised to. see an their agenda a request
far funds fram Alliant Tech far the pensian fund. He added this seems premature.
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. Councilmember Larson asked whether this is considered confidential, and whether it is pending.
Mr. Filla stated the City appealed the decision and requested an informational statement to be
submitted by December I. Mayor Probst suggested the Council continue a closed session to
discuss the matter at the close of the meeting.
Councilmember Aplikowski requested that staff provide an updated code list from the Fire
Department.
Councilmember Aplikowski stated the Ramsey County League of Local Governments met
recently at which a discussion was held with School Superintendents from surrounding areas.
She encouraged Councilmembers to attend upcoming meetings of the League.
Councilmember Aplikowski stated she would wish the City to provide funding for NLC
membership if possible. She added that extremely helpful information is available through tbe
NLC Mayor Probst stated the City has been a member in the past, and it could be discussed if
someone on the Council would bc interested in representing the City. He added it is a financial
issue as membership must be budgeted,
Councilmember Rem stated the Cable Commission is producing anniversary videos for Little
Canada and Falcon Heights, as well as programs on old City Halls, including the Arden Hills
City Hall.
. Councilmember Rem stated the Northwest Youth and Family Services has had a busy month
with a Board meeting, Development Committee meeting, and a benefit at the Landmark Center
in 8t. Paul which was very successful.
Mayor Probst stated he had discussed the Cable Commission budget with Mr. Lynch, adding the
Commission is digging into its reserve fund to balance the budget. He added the Council might
want to discuss this at some point.
Councilmember Larson stated he was unsure how an organization like the Cable Commission
could have $24,000 in capital assets and $1,5 million in unrestricted net assets.
Mayor Probst commended Mr. Stafford and his staff on a recent letter received from a resident
commending them on their response to a problem.
Mayor Probst referred to a note about the Fire Department's interested in moving TCAAP
monies into their relief fund. He added this is not appropriate and will create an expectation with
regard to future growth which is false. He noted there is an on-going argument with regard to
those funds and how they should be used.
Mayor Probst stated he was delighted that the ground breaking finally took place, adding he was
. encouraged by the number of people who attended the event.
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Councilmember Aplikowski stated that Sue Rogers resigned from the Suburban Chamber of
. Commerce effective immediately.
The Council closed their regular session at 9:00 p.m. and moved into a closed session.
RECESS
Mayor Probst closed recessed the regular City Council meeting at 9:00 p.m, and moved
into Closed Executive Session in the City Council Chambers to discuss pending
litigation.
Administrator
NOTICE OF MEETINGS
Thc next regular City Council meeting will be held Monday, November 13, 2000 at 7:30 p.m, at
the Arden Hills Council chambers.
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