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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION—JANUARY 18, 2011 7 Councilmember Holden, referring to Mn/DOT's November 29`h letter, asked what the County's position is on Item 14 "The City requests that Mn/DOT affirm the intentions for 2015 reconstruction of County Road E bridge over TH51 and consider the possibility of moving this construction up in time to match the balance of the regional construction (for bid economies of scale and logistics). The City may he able to advance the funds necessary for this construction given a firm repayment in 2015. " Mr. Lux stated the County doesn't believe that the year is that critical. They are not happy with the bridge design as the turn lanes are too short and the transitions into the turn lanes are sharper than state aid standards. He added; they also think it needs a center left turn lane and they're concerned because the six foot shoulders discussed with Mn/DOT previously are being reduced to two feet. In addition, he explained there is no provision for a trail or sidewalk. Another concern, Mr. Lox stated, is that the County believes a 75 year bridge should not be built to standards of 40 years ago. He stated the Man/DOT "traffic people" were not happy that they hadn't been consulted on the bridge design. Also, the left turn onto Connelly by the McDonald's is tight. Councilmember Holmes asked if they would agree to change the design. Mr. Lux responded the County hopes they will but the County will probably be asked to pay. Councilmember Holden asked who the lead is on the Hwy 10196 project. Mr. Lux stated the County is the pre-design lead and Mn/DOT is the construction lead. Councilmember Holden asked if 2014 would work for the County as far as timing on the County Road E project. Mr. Lux responded that it would. Mayor Grant asked if it is the County's intent to apply for STP funding in 2011. Mr. Lux stated he was not sure if they would apply for STP funds for the E bridge. Councilmember Holmes asked if Legacy funds could be used for this project. Councilmember Werner stated that he believes the Legacy funds are for parks and trails only but he will get more details and report back to the Council. 2. C Review of Proposed 2011 Fee Schedule City Administrator Klaers reviewed the proposed changes. Councilmember Holden asked if we have a color copier to provide maps when requested. City Administrator Klaers explained that there is only a small color copier at City Hall and that we have to rely on Roseville for printing large color maps.