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Approved: June 23, 2025
CITY OF ARDEN HILLS, MINNESOTA
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MAY 27, 2025
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, Tena Monson,
Emily Rousseau and Kurt Weber
Absent: None
Also present: City Administrator Jessica Jagoe; City Attorney Greta Bjerkness; Public
Works Director/City Engineer David Swearingen; Finance Director Joua Yang and Senior
Planner Elena Fransen
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Councilmember Monson requested Item 1 I be moved to the Consent Agenda as Item 8D.
Councilmember Weber requested Item 8C be pulled from the Consent Agenda for discussion as
Item 9A.
MOTION: Councilmember Monson moved and Councilmember Weber seconded a
motion to approve the meeting agenda as amended. The motion carried (5-0).
2. TCAAP/RICE CREEK COMMONS UPDATE
City Administrator Jagoe stated the Energy Advisory Committee met on May 16tn
Representatives from Ever -Green Energy and LHB provided an overview of their Clean Energy
Analysis final report and District Energy. They reviewed the scenarios modeled which were
Community District Energy or Decentralized Electric as well as the organizational structure and
financing options of these scenarios from this November 2024 report. JDA staff will be working
to identify next steps needed for direction from the Joint Development Authority which will be
brought forward at a future meeting.
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On May 21", the JDA Advisory met with Alatus to continue discussions on Development
Agreement terms. Alatus has proposed new purchase and sale agreement terms for consideration
of the California parcel at one time rather than in tranches. Discussion continued with the JDA
Advisory on the mass grading scope of work, timing of grading and terms for financial security.
An updated development plan is to be provided by Alatus showing the vertical construction
phasing by neighborhood. Alatus is additionally to provide information on their proposal for
performance security for the Development Agreement.
The next Joint Development Authority meeting will be Monday, June 2na
Advisory committee meetings as they are scheduled, will continue to be posted on the City's
website.
Councilmember Holden asked if Alatus had responded to the JDA's request for information.
City Administrator Jagoe explained Alatus provided a development plan that included the
takedown of the property in tranches. She reported the proposal was to now take down the
property in one and the JDA Advisory Committee has requested a development plan that times
out with the new proposal.
Councilmember Holden reported Alatus had previously proposed to take down the property all
at once and then changed the plan. She inquired if the new plan was a stall tactic.
City Administrator Jagoe stated she could not speak to this being a stall tactic, but noted the
take down of the property as one or in tranches has been discussed.
Councilmember Holden asked if Ryan Companies has spoken with the Army or the MPCA to
discuss geothermal.
City Administrator Jagoe explained she was uncertain of what conversations Ryan Companies
has had with the Army or MPCA, but as part of the permitting, Ryan Companies will have to go
through the proper approval process.
Councilmember Holden expressed concern with the fact everyone was saying this project would
have geothermal, when Ryan Companies does not have permission to drill.
Councilmember Monson commented there has been back and forth when it comes to the
structure of the developers purchase agreement. She indicated this continues to be a threshold
question and the JDA was waiting for clarity. She explained if the land was taken down all at
once, the County needs to have a way to take the land back if Alatus was not performing, which
was complicating matters.
Mayor Grant expressed concern that the developer was not able to articulate whether or not the
development would be taken down at once or in tranches. He stated it would be incredibly
difficult to draft a development agreement without this information. He reported it was his
understanding that in 2026, the County wants to build the spine road. He asked if the County
wanted to do this outside of having a development agreement. He believed this action should only
be taken if there was a firm foundation with Alatus and a development agreement in place.
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Councilmember Monson explained the County does not believe a development agreement has to
be in place in order to move forward with the spine road. She commented on the value of having
the spine road in place for access purposes prior to development.
Mayor Grant stated he understood the County's desire to put a road in to spur development. He
noted in 2017, he and Councilmember Holden were on the JDA and the City agreed with the
County to put in the road between County Road H and County Road I. He indicated the County
paid for this roadway. He commented further on how the County was more able to take on the
financial burden of the spine road than the City.
3. PUBLIC INQUIRIES/INFORMATIONAL
None.
4. RESPONSE TO PUBLIC INQUIRIES
None.
5. PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS
None.
6. STAFF COMMENTS
A. Transportation Update
Public Works Director Swearingen reported the plastic bollards have been reinstalled along
Lake Johanna Boulevard by Ramsey County.
Public Works Director Swearingen stated Johanna Shores was undergoing a parking lot rehab
this week. He anticipated this project would be completed by the end of the week.
7. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
None.
S. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Motion to Approve Consent Agenda Item - Claims and Payroll
B. Motion to Approve Professional Services Agreement Amendment No. 3 with SRF
Consulting Group — Old Highway 10 Trail Project
C. Meti£nto Appr-oye Development Agreement 1700 4ig",ay 96 W Tr-i a-reii�
Development nl.,i+ni g Case 24 01-8
D. Motion to Approve Resolution 2025-042 Approving a Variance at 3609 Pascal
Avenue — Planning Case 25-002
MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Mayor Grant seconded a motion to
approve the Consent Calendar as amended and to authorize execution of all
necessary documents contained therein. The motion carried (5-0).
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9. PULLED CONSENT ITEMS
A. Motion to Approve Development Agreement — 1700 Highway 96 W — Trident
Development — Planning Case 24-018
Senior Planner Fransen stated on January 13, 2025, the City Council approved a Master and
Final Panned Unit Development, Final Plat, Site Plan Review, Conditional Use Permit and
Easement Vacation for Trident Development ("Developer") at 1700 Highway 96 W. The project
was approved with 33 conditions. The project would subdivide the property into two conforming
lots, to facilitate construction of a 162,819 square foot, 119-unit multiple family dwelling on an
approximately 41.10-acre property, and construct additional parking for the existing house of
worship.
Senior Planner Fransen reported on April 28, 2025, the City Council reviewed a request to
modify language in the Conditions of Approval in Resolution 2025-007 based on the Planning
Case approval. The nature of the request was to modify Condition 28, which established that the
Developer would be responsible for the cost and installation of 1,373 linear feet of trail along
Snelling Avenue and within Snelling Avenue right-of-way, adjacent to the Subject Property, to
serve as a connection to Royal Hills. The Developer proposed to make a financial contribution
toward the cost of the trail in place of bearing the total expense of the 1,373-foot trail as
referenced in Condition 28. The Developer also requested updated language to Condition 29,
which references a 396-foot trail segment associated with the Development. The City Council
tabled this item for review at the next Council meeting. At the May 12, 2025, City Council
meeting, the Council approved Resolution 2025-040 and proposed language to modify Resolution
2025-007. The City Council approved amending Condition 28 to read:
28. The Applicant shall contribute $200,000 to the cost of installing a trail along Snelling
Avenue and within Snelling Avenue right-of-way to serve as a connection to Royal Hills
Park. The City shall complete the construction of the trail. Trail costs in excess of
$200,000 will be paid by the City using funds from the Applicant's park development fee.
Senior Planner Fransen reported the City Council also struck Condition 29 of Resolution 2025-
007. This project requires a Development Agreement between the City and the Developer before
the development permits can be issued. The City Attorney has prepared the Agreement reflective
of both resolutions and the document has been reviewed and approved by the Applicant and staff.
Mayor Grant reported the development agreement was drafted by the City Attorney. He asked if
the City Attorney had any comments regarding the development agreement.
City Attorney Bjerkness stated the development agreement before the Council was the product
of many months of work with the developer. She noted she was available for questions or
comments from the Council.
Councilmember Weber reviewed Condition 10 on Page 29 within the development agreement
and stated he did not believe the City should be dictating turning movements onto a County road.
He stated the Planning Commission recommended the turning motion language be struck entirely
and that the County be allowed to determine how County roads are accessed.
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Public Works Director/City Engineer Swearingen commented that the County should have
input on how turning movements enter their roadways.
Councilmember Weber recommended Condition 10 be amended.
Councilmember Holden asked how "the site" was defined. She reported Trident Development
would now have access to Highway 96 but rather would only have access to North Heights.
Senior Planner Fransen explained this item was discussed by staff noting "the site" was the
property that would be developed by Trident Development. She stated the "No Right Turn"
signage would assist with directing traffic away from Snelling Avenue toward Highway 96.
Councilmember Holden commented the intent was to keep traffic out of the residential
neighborhood.
Senior Planner Fransen stated this was correct.
Councilmember Weber explained this sign addresses the traffic pulling out of the parking ramp
from the site and not the traffic going onto Highway 96.
Senior Planner Fransen reported this was the case.
Further discussion ensued regarding how to clarify the language within Condition 10.
City Administrator Jagoe suggested the language for Condition 10 read: Prior to the issuance of
a building permit the final plans shall show markings and signage to identify parking ramp egress
north towards Highway 96 as left turn only, with signage showing no right turn.
MOTION: Councilmember Monson moved and Councilmember Holden seconded a
motion to Approve Development Agreement for Trident Development based
on the Cite Council approval of Plannino. Case 24-018 on January 13, 2025
and the Citv Council Adoption of Resolution 2025-040 on Mav 12, 2025 with
Condition 10 amended to read: Prior to the issuance of a building permit the
final plans shall show markings and simage to identify parkinf: ramp egress
north towards Highwa% 96 as left turn only, with signage showing no right
turn. A roll call vote was taken. The motion carried (5-0).
10. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Planning Case 25-003 Amending Chapter 13 — Zoning Code — Thrift Store
Use
Senior Planner Fransen stated at the March 10, 2025 City Council Work Session,
Councilmembers discussed how the City's zoning code regulates the land use of thrift store. The
conversation included a discussion of in which zoning districts the land use was currently allowed
and the regulation of thrift store use by conditional use permit. Direction was given to staff to
provide information on the current zoning language for thrift store use for discussion at a future
City Council Work Session. At the April 14, 2025 City Council Work Session, staff presented
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findings, explaining that retail sales and service and thrift store uses are defined separately in the
Zoning Code. Retail sales and services and thrift store uses are also zoned separately.
Senior Planner Fransen explained a Retail Sales and Service use would be allowed in all of the
commercial zoning districts whether it be by permitted, conditional, or accessory use. A Thrift
Store use would require a conditional use permit to operate in the B-4 — Retail Center District and
I -FLEX zoning districts. A Thrift Store use would not be allowed in the other zoning districts.
Councilmembers discussed the provided information and the current zoning language for thrift
store use. Comments included suggestions to address types of thrift store operations that would be
conducted in the business location, to allow for a thrift store use in the B-2 and B-3 Zoning
Districts, and to distinguish between different intensities of thrift store operations. Direction was
given to staff to draft ordinance language to modify how a thrift store use is regulated in the
Zoning Code and to bring the drafted amendments to the Planning Commission for review before
coming before the City Council.
Senior Planner Fransen provided an overview of the ordinance amendments and reported that
the Planning Commission reviewed this application at the May 7, 2025 meeting. The Commission
discussed how the language would allow for thrift store uses in more zoning districts with clear
parameters for the business operations associated with thrift stores of various intensities. The
Planning Commission recommended several amendments to the drafted language to increase
clarity and address how merchandise receiving and transfer could be managed for a Class I thrift
store use. An ordinance amendment to the Zoning Code does require a public hearing before the
Planning Commission. The Planning Commission held the required public hearing on May 7,
2025. One comment was provided in favor of the application. Staff provided an overview of the
ordinance amendments and reported the Commission voted 6-0 to recommend approval, with
three recommended amendments, of Planning Case 25-003.
Councilmember Holden asked how the 7,000 square feet was defined.
Senior Planner Fransen explained as currently drafted, the intent was to refer to the building
square footage and not the retail space.
Councilmember Holden inquired if the City has received any applications for thrift stores.
Senior Planner Fransen commented the City has not received any applications.
Councilmember Holden questioned if the current thrift store in Arden Hills was operating under
a PUD.
Senior Planner Fransen stated this was the case.
Councilmember Holden asked how the proposed ordinance would impact that organization.
Senior Planner Fransen indicated the ordinance would update the zoning code to allow for a
thrift store use and would not impact any PUD agreements or establishments of those uses.
Mayor Grant reported that Goodwill has a semitrailer that they park and use onsite. He asked if
this semitrailer would be grandfathered in.
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Senior Planner Fransen reported this would be the case because the Goodwill was in place prior
to the ordinance going into effect.
City Attorney Bjerkness indicated the Goodwill with the semitrailer would be grandfathered in
and would be considered a legal non -conforming use.
Councilmember Monson questioned if this use would be permitted or permitted with standards.
Senior Planner Fransen explained the Class I thrift store would be a permitted use with general
or specific conditions that apply.
Mayor Grant opened the public hearing at 7:05 p.m.
With no one coming forward to speak, Mayor Grant closed the public hearing at 7:05 p.m.
11. NEW BUSINESS
A. Resolution 2025-042 Approving a Variance at 3609 Pascal Avenue — Planning
Case 25-002
This item was moved to the Consent Agenda.
B. Ordinance 2025-001 Amending Chapter 13 — Zoning Code Sections 1305,
1320 and 1325 — Thrift Store Use for Planning Case 25-003 and Authorization
to Publish a Summary Ordinance 2025-001
Senior Planner Fransen stated staff has prepared a draft ordinance identifying language to be
added for the City Council's review. The proposed ordinance would expand the definition for a
thrift store use to include a Class I and Class II use as well as add a new land use type for a Class
I thrift store use and rename the existing thrift store use to Class II thrift store. As drafted, the City
would allow a Class I thrift store use as a permitted use in the B-2, B-3, B-4, and I -FLEX Zoning
Districts and add a Class II thrift store use as a use allowed by a conditional use permit in the B-2
and B-3 Zoning Districts. The language also modifies existing criteria for all thrift store uses with
several additional conditions to further differentiate the Class I and Class II thrift store uses.
Senior Planner Fransen reviewed the proposed language in detail with the Council and offered
the following Findings of Fact:
General Findings:
1. The City of Arden Hills is proposing to modify definitions for thrift store use, modify
zoning districts for thrift store use, and modify performance standards for thrift store use
in the Zoning Code.
2. The proposed ordinance will include amendments to the language of Chapter 13 — Zoning
Code, Sections 1305.04 - Definitions, 1320.05 — Land Use Chart, and 1325.046 — Thrift
Store Additional Conditional Use Permit Criteria of the City Code.
3. The proposed ordinance amendments will allow Thrift Store, Class I as a Permitted Use
under the B-2 General Business, B-3 Service Business, B-4 Retail Center, and I -FLEX
Zoning Districts.
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4. The proposed ordinance amendments will allow Thrift Store, Class II as a Conditional Use
under the B-2 General Business, B-3 Service Business, B-4 Retail Center and I -FLEX
Zoning Districts.
5. The proposed ordinance amendments will establish criteria for all thrift stores to meet and
criteria specific to Thrift Store, Class I and Thrift Store, Class II uses.
6. Amendments to the Zoning Code regulations require a public hearing prior to action by
the City Council.
7. The Planning Commission conducted the required public hearing on May 7, 2025
Senior Planner Fransen reported that the Planning Commission reviewed this application at
their May 7, 2025 meeting. At that time, they recommended approval with amendments of
Planning Case 25-003 for Zoning Code Amendments to Chapter 13 by a 6-0 vote. Staff provided
the Council with language to adopt Ordinance 2025-001 and authorize the publication of a
Summary Ordinance for Planning Case 25-003 for a Zoning Code Amendment to Chapter 13 of
the Arden Hills City Code to modify definitions for thrift store use, modify zoning districts for
thrift store use, and modify performance standards for thrift store use, based on the findings of
fact and as presented in the May 27, 2025 Report to the City Council.
Councilmember Holden reported she would like the thrift store use struck from the B-3 zoning
district. In addition, she recommended the thrift store use be a conditional use for all remaining
zoning districts.
Councilmember Rousseau indicated she supported thrift uses in the B-3 zoning district.
Mayor Grant commented he recommended the permitted use be changed to conditional use for
all thrift stores. He did not believe thrift stores should be allowed in the B-3 zoning district.
Councilmember Monson stated the B-2 zoning district was proposed to have mixed use and she
believed it made sense to allow thrift stores. She explained the B-3 zoning district was intended to
allow for corridor businesses, which would not make sense for thrift stores. She suggested Class I
thrift uses permitted and that Class II thrift uses be conditional.
Councilmember Holden stated a PUD amendment requires four votes. She indicated she would
have a hard time keeping the thrift use in the B-3 zoning district. She reported the thrift use was
within the service industry and did not fit with the other businesses in the B-3 zoning district. She
reviewed all of the locations a thrift store could locate within Arden Hills. It was her hope that
something special would go into the Amazon property.
Mayor Grant stated Amazon owns this building and they were a company with vision and deep
pockets. He understood this would be a desirable location for a thrift store given the donations
that would be received, but he did not believe this would be the highest and best use for the
Amazon property. He supported the City waiting to see what would come to this property.
Councilmember Weber explained he supported the ordinance as written and amended by the
Planning Commission. He thanked staff for all of their efforts on the ordinance. He expressed
concern by the fact one Councilmember has already made it clear she would not support a PUD
amendment and noted this could mean there were no thrift stores in Arden Hills.
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Councilmember Rousseau asked if there was anything in City Code stopping a Dollar Store
from going into the unnamed grocery or Pace Industry sites.
Senior Planner Fransen explained that the Pace Industry building was within the B-2 zoning
district and there was a requirement for a PUD for new development or redevelopment within the
B-2 zoning district. She reported this PUD would have to come before the City Council for
consideration. She indicated the unnamed grocery site was also within a PUD and a PUD
amendment would be required for a change in use.
Councilmember Holden explained she was confused because it appears she has been stated as
not wanting thrift stores in Arden Hills. She commented if the entire area along Lexington
Avenue was allowed to have thrift stores, she was then allowed to reserve her right to restrict the
number of thrift stores elsewhere in the community. She indicated if B-3 was out, she would have
no problem with the other zoning districts in the City having thrift stores. She believed the
statement that was made about her was inaccurate and she wanted to offer clarity. She supported
the B-3 district not allowing for thrift stores because she would rather see another use in this area.
Mayor Grant clarified for the record that Councilmember Holden was on the City Council when
the Goodwill went in.
Councilmember Weber stated if the Council had the time, the entire history of the Goodwill
development could be addressed, noting the Goodwill sued the City. He explained immediately
after the Goodwill went in and the City lost the lawsuit, the Council passed legislation that would
prevent thrift stores in other districts. He reported Councilmember Holden has made it clear she
would not support thrift in the B-3 zoning district or within a PUD, which tells him thrift would
not be allowed in Arden Hills. He indicated this was contrary to the point of this planning case,
which was to allow thrift uses as a retail use in the City.
Councilmember Holden commented that Councilmember Weber could not read her mind. She
asked the Mayor why there was a lawsuit with the Goodwill.
Mayor Grant clarified Goodwill did not sue the City. Rather, the landowner, who was not the
Goodwill, went to binding arbitration with the City based on the size of the building.
MOTION: Councilmember Monson moved and Councilmember Weber seconded a
motion to adopt Ordinance 2025-001 for Planning Clase 25-003 regarding a
Zoning, Code amendment to Chapter 13, Section 1305 to modify definitions
for thrift store use, 1320 to determine zoning districts for thrift store use, and
1325 to establish performance standards for thrift store use.
AMENDMENT: Councilmember Holden moved and Mayor Grant seconded a motion
to amend the ordinance to restrict the Class I and Class II thrift store
use from the B-3 zoning district.
Councilmember Monson asked if Councilmember Holden's primary concern was with a Class II
standalone building.
Councilmember Holden stated this was her main concern.
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A roll call vote was taken. The amendment failed 2-3 (Councilmembers
Monson, Rousseau and Weber opposed).
AMENDMENT: Councilmember Holden moved and MaN or Grant seconded a motion
to amend the ordinance to restrict the Class II thrift store use from the
B-3 zonin;, district.
A roll call vote was taken. The amendment passed 3-2
(Councilmembers Rousseau and Weber opposed).
AMENDMENT: MaN or Grant moved and Councilmember Holden seconded a motion
to amend the ordinance to require all thrift uses in the B-2. B-3. B-4
and I -FLEX zoning districts be a conditional use.
A roll call vote was taken. The amendment failed 2-3 Wouncihnembers
Monson. Rousseau and Weber opposed).
Councilmember Holden asked if outdoor collections could occur at the back door of a business
instead of the front door.
Senior Planner Fransen stated as drafted that was not part of the language, but an amendment
could be made to reference the location for drop-offs.
Councilmember Holden discussed how all other businesses in the community were required to
have deliveries made through the back door but noted thrift stores would be allowed to have drop
offs at the front door. She asked if anyone else on the Council was concerned about this.
Councilmember Monson stated it was very unlikely that deliveries would be made through the
front door. She explained it has been her experience that thrift stores have another entrance where
large items are accepted and that this is not done at the front entrance.
Councilmember Holden reported it would be better for the City to have language in place, if an
enforcement issue were to arise.
Mayor Grant indicated that now would be the time to modify the language.
Councilmember Monson asked if Odds and Ends took donated items at the front door.
City Administrator Jagoe stated she was uncertain. She explained it was her understanding that
the owner of Odds and Ends worked with families and obtained goods at the families' properties
and the items were then brought to the shop by the store owner. She reported the current language
would allow for visitors of a thrift use to walk in with a small item, such as a lamp, in order to
make a donation. She indicated couches were not allowed to be donated at the front entrance. She
explained the intent of the ordinance was to require the business owner to make arrangements for
the pickup of large items.
Councilmember Holden indicated she has seen people bringing items through the front door at
Odds and Ends, which was why she brought this item up.
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Councilmember Monson supported the language remaining as is. She commented she did not
support the City micromanaging how a business can operate.
Mayor Grant stated the City created a really nice product at Lexington Station and he did not
support putting thrift stores in the B-3.
A roll call vote was taken. The amended motion carried 3-2 (Manor Grant
and Councilmember Holden opposed).
MOTION: Councilmember Monson moved and Councilmember Holden seconded a
motion to authorize staff to publish a SummarN Ordinance for Ordinance
2025-001. The motion carried (5-0).
12. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None.
13. COUNCIL COMMENTS
Councilmember Rousseau thanked the PTRC members Kate Olson and Nikhath Nazir for
volunteering to serve on the Parks Master Plan working group. She reported that the PTRC
motioned to name a flower garden in Floral Park as Mullens Garden.
Councilmember Weber provided the Council with an update from the Cable Commission noting
the cable franchise renewal was reviewed from Comcast and it was recommended the member
cities approve the Comcast cable franchise.
Councilmember Weber reported the Planning Commission meeting for June has been canceled.
Councilmember Holden explained she attended the Public Works appreciation event. She
thanked the Public Works Department for all of their efforts on behalf of the community.
Councilmember Holden stated she attended the groundbreaking ceremony for the new fire
station.
Councilmember Holden reported the City's bonding money for the old Highway 10 trail was
being reviewed by the State Conference Committee.
Councilmember Holden explained that former Mayor Bev Apilkowski recently passed away.
She commented on the great work former Mayor Apilkowski did on behalf of the community.
Councilmember Holden questioned if the Flock issue would be coming back to the Council for
further discussion.
Mayor Grant stated two Councilmembers supported this issue, one was opposed and two
requested further information.
City Administrator Jagoe explained the Council would be addressing this item at a Special City
Council meeting on Wednesday, May 28.
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Councilmember Monson stated she also attended the groundbreaking ceremony for the new fire
station.
Councilmember Monson commented she attended the NYFS annual luncheon.
Councilmember Monson reported she missed the Touch a Truck event but was happy to learn
over 400 people attended.
Councilmember Monson stated she would support the installation of a Mullens Garden sign at
Floral Park.
Councilmember Monson recommended action on the Flock cameras be delayed in order to
allow the Council to have more time before making a decision on this matter.
Mayor Grant stated he attended the Public Works employee appreciation luncheon with
Councilmember Holden. He explained he was happy to see the Public Works Department was
able to fill all of its seasonal positions. He thanked the Public Works crew for all of their efforts
on behalf of the City.
Mayor Grant commented he also attended the fire station groundbreaking ceremony and he was
pleased to be able to offer a short presentation and speech at this event.
Mayor Grant explained he served on the Council with former Mayor Bev Apilkowski and stated
she was very active in the community.
Mayor Grant provided the Council with an update from the Lake Johanna Fire Department
noting at their last meeting Public Safety Commissioner Bob Jacobsen, Representative Kelly
Moller and Ramsey County Commissioner Tera Jebens-Singh were all in attendance.
ADJOURN
MOTION: Councilmember Monson moved and Councilmember Holden seconded a
motion to adlourn. The motion carried (5-0).
Mayor Grant adjourned the Regular City Council Meeting at 8:55 p.m.
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