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May 25,2021 Page 1 of 8 NE1�� BRIGHTON COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS building tomorrow today THE CITY OF NEW BRIGHTON Pursuant to notice thereof, a regular meeting of the New Brighton City Council was held Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at 6:30 pm in the New Brighton Council Chambers. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic this hybrid meeting was held both virtually and in person. Present: Mayor Niedfeldt-Thomas, Councilmembers Abdulle, Allen, Axberg, and Dunsworth Absent: Also Present: Devin Massopust-City Manager, Sarah Sonsalla-City Attorney, Gina Smith-Interim Finance Director, Craig Schlichting-Director of Community Assets and Development, Ben Gozola-Assistant Director of Community Assets and Development Call to Order Call to Order Mayor Niedfeldt-Thomas called the meeting to order at 6:30 pm. Pledge of Allegiance Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Niedfeldt-Thomas led the Council in the Pledge of Allegiance. Public Comment Forum Public Comment Mayor Niedfeldt-Thomas opened the Public Forum for comments from the public. Forum Jill Steinke, 909 Old Stein Circle, stated she sent an email to Craig Schlichting introducing herself. She noted she lived across the street in Brighton Green and was on the Board of Directors. She indicated her association had a hedge around two perimeters, one that went along Old Highway 8. She stated previously, the City installed the hedge and the association maintained the hedge. She reported this hedge needs to be replaced again and was hoping to partner with the City on this project. Community Assets and Development Director Schlichting reported he has spoken with the association in the past. He explained this project was likely initiated as part of the greenway corridor through downtown areas. He stated during the construction process a landscaper was hired to do more than just this property. He indicated staff has to look into the responsibilities for the hedge in order to ensure the project is completed properly. Linda Neary, 559 Old Stein Circle, reported she was the President of the Brighton Green Association. She explained she has had several residents voicing concerns with the asphalt leading into her property at Old Town Drive and Queens Gate at Old Highway 8. She noted there were large potholes at this intersection and asked if the City or the County was responsible for addressing this concern. Community Assets and Development Director Schlichting explained this was a private drive that connects to a County road. He explained the association was responsible for everything west of the curb line and the County would be responsible for everything to the east. He noted this type of project would not require a City permit. He indicated he would stop by this property to address any questions Ms. Neary may have. Beth Arkand, 1245 North Court, stated she has been a resident of New Brighton for nine years. She explained a resident has put a complaint against her for the number of fowl on her property. She requested the City consider a conservation variance for her property because she