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Mounds View City Council March 27, 2017 Regular Meeting Page 2 Mayor Mueller requested comment from Public Works Director Erickson. Public Works Director Erickson stated he has been trying to work with the developer to address the final grading issues in order to close out the development. He explained one rain garden had to be rebuilt and understood the development still had work remaining. He commented that frost was still in the ground and this would be further examined later in the spring. Mayor Mueller recommended the City meet with Mr. Robertson, along with the Harstad Development personnel in order to address this matter. City Administrator Ericson suggested staff meet with the Rice Creek Watershed District first and after an evaluation was completed a meeting could be set for all parties involved. 6. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS A. Oath of Office – City Council Member Bill Bergeron Mayor Mueller administered the Oath of Office to newly elected City Council Member Bill Bergeron. A round of applause was offered by all in attendance. B. Presentation from Ramsey County Commissioners Blake Huffman and Mary Jo McGuire Ramsey County Commissioner Mary Jo McGuire thanked the Council for their time and provided the Council with a presentation on the issues occurring at the County level. She stated she appreciated attending the Mounds View Town Hall meeting on Monday, March 20th. She then described the County’s mission, vision, goals and provided services. She commented on the beautification of Mounds View Boulevard, along with the planned repairs on Long Lake Road. She updated the Council on the improvements occurring at Long Lake Regional Park. Lastly, she commented on the benefits of the Ramsey County library system. Ramsey County Commissioner Blake Huffman stated he appreciated the Council’s time and provided the Council with an update on Rice Creek Commons (TCAAP). He described the cleanup work that was completed by the County and noted Alatus was hired as the Master Developer for this project. He reviewed the proposed TCAAP Regulating Plan and described how the site would be zoned. He explained 1,500 housing units would be developed on TCAAP and commented on the variety of housing that would be offered. The proposed design of the Town Center was reviewed and it was noted water would be a focus throughout this development. He anticipated a grocery store would be located within the development, along with other significant retail and commercial buildings. He thanked Heather Worthington, the County’s Deputy Manager, for her dedication to this project. Council Member Meehlhause thanked the Commissioners for their report. He asked if the utilities for TCAAP would be installed underground. Ms. Worthington stated all utilities would be placed underground for this development.