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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL APRIL 25, 2012 pointed out that while these trees were within the street right -of -way, it has been the City's practice to replace mature trees that have to be removed with smaller replacement trees. Typically tree impacts have been minimal because the street is reconstructed in relatively the same location. However, given existing driveway grades, it was necessary to shift the pavement, within the right-of-way, closer to 2404 Dianna Lane. This resulted in the loss of over 20 trees. The City Administrator reported that the estimate is $2,000 to $2,500 for the replacement trees, including installation. The Administrator noted that tree replacement is typically done on a project without specific direction from the Council, but given the cost in this situation, Council approval is being sought. Montour introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 2012 -4 -74 — AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF UP TO $2,500 FOR TREE REPLACEMENT AT 2404 DIANNA LANE AS THE RESULT OF IMPACTS FROM THE DIANNA LANE STREET & UTILITY IMPROVEMENT The foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Keis. Ayes (4). Nays (0). Resolution declared adopted. NORTH The City Administrator reported that the North Suburban Tobacco SUBURBAN Compliance Project (NSTCP) has requested that we reconsider joining TOBACCO their organization. The City dropped this membership a few years ago as COMPLIANCE a budget consideration that was also based on the belief that the Ramsey PROJECT County Sheriff's Department was handling compliance checks regardless of our participation. The City Administrator reported that Little Canada is the only contract community not participating. The cost to be a member is $51 per vendor or $612 per year. The Administrator reported that he has discussed this issue with the Sheriff's Department and was informed that NSTCP helps find kids to use in compliance checks conducted by the Sheriff s Department as well as provides training to licensees. They also prepare reports on compliance results for comparative purposes. The Sheriff's Department feels that NSTCP adds value. Keis asked if the City's tobacco license fee would cover the membership fee. The Administrator reported that the current fee is more than this amount, and the City has the ability to cover its costs through the tobacco license fee. He indicated that the Sheriff's contract group is currently studying this issue and if the study shows an increase in Little Canada's 5