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Ms. Lowry's updates included selecting LHB for the maintenance center, <br />license/passport, and dance center, as well as conducting interviews with <br />construction managers from at -risk firms. She mentioned the completion of <br />several projects, such as sewer cleaning and pathway work. She also noted <br />upcoming projects and public meetings, including one about the safety <br />conversion of County Road C. <br />Vice Chair Hodder inquired about the Metro Micro pilot program. <br />Mr. Freihammer provided an update, explaining the pilot's slow start and <br />current progress, and mentioned staff involvement in conferences and volunteer <br />work. <br />Updates were given on the sustainability newsletter, the Environmental Center <br />open house, and the climate equity plan, which was also mentioned. <br />Mr. Freihammer highlighted the council's discussion on gas and electric <br />franchise fees and the stormwater projects update. <br />b. Consider Closure of Roseville Leaf Recycling Center <br />Public Works Director Jesse Freihammer gave a brief review of the potential <br />closure of the Roseville Leaf Recycling Center. <br />Mr. Freihammer provided detailed information about the site's history, current <br />operations, and the reasons for its closure. The discussion included the potential <br />impact on residents, such as increased travel distances and cost savings. <br />Chair Ficek opened the floor to hear from residents on this item. <br />Mr. Nathan Wass believed the city should consider how to lessen the impact of <br />closing the center, especially for senior residents. He suggested that Roseville <br />might revert to vacuum shredding with a truck to haul it away, or perhaps <br />residents could place leaf bags on the curb as they had done in the past. <br />Mr. Gordie Dahlen explained he has mainly used the leaf disposal site for <br />compost. He was aware of various issues with the site. He wondered if there <br />had been consideration of turning it into a Ramsey County site so the County <br />could help cover some of the operational costs, since, besides Roseville <br />residents, other residents also use this site. <br />Mr. John Hughes and his wife, Valerie, explained that this has always been <br />convenient, and they use it regularly, especially in the fall. The leaf dump is a <br />basic need for the residents. <br />Page 2 of 7 <br />