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Tamarack pathway, and the Hamline pathway. He explained that the wayfinding <br />signs were halfway installed, with some issues regarding sign blade directions <br />being corrected, and 16 of 19 lights had been upgraded, with the final three <br />expected to be installed later this year. A new adopt-a-streetscape or right-of-way <br />program was being introduced, allowing residents to maintain streetscape areas, <br />and he updated the commission on storm sewer projects that are currently <br />underway. He also provided updates on the County Road C and County Road D <br />projects and the MnDOT Snelling project. <br />Sustainability Specialist Noelle Bakken provided updates on various sustainability <br />initiatives. She mentioned that she was part of the Met Council Central Sub -Region <br />Water Policy and Planning Work Group's core planning team to ensure equity <br />throughout the planning process. She also shared that she attended the Midwest <br />Climate Resilience Conference and emphasized the importance of climate justice <br />and equity. <br />Ms. Bakken explained that Ramsey County's Climate Team is hosting an energy <br />and electrification resource fair on November 3, 2025, with a community <br />engagement event scheduled for November 12, 2025, focusing on the climate <br />equity action plan. Waste Management is addressing issues in recycling collection, <br />with improvements in call center and walk-up services. <br />Mr. Freihammer provided maintenance updates, including ongoing street and <br />pathway patching, streetscape upkeep, and the whole fall cleanup. Regarding the <br />utility division, six new Mueller meters have been installed, with more to follow. <br />Mr. Freihammer explained that the council approved an updated streetlight policy <br />and the fire department's Safer Grants. The council directed staff to continue <br />operating the leaf site as usual, with added signage and documentation to monitor <br />usage. <br />Chair Ficek discussed the leaf site's budget implications and potential trade-offs <br />with staff and the commission. <br />Member Mueller asked about leaf debris disposal, and Mr. Freihammer explained <br />the process. <br />Member Fergus asked about the Green To Go program. <br />Ms. Bakken gave updates on enforcement and compliance. <br />Youth Commissioner Bauer asked about the bike lane demonstration project. <br />Mr. Freihammer confirmed that feedback was collected. He introduced another <br />demonstration project at the Keya Park, seeking community input. <br />Page 2 of 5 <br />