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Parks,Trails&Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes December 20,2011 Page 4 Mr. Werner mentioned that there was also discussion regarding the no parking on the . north side of Floral Park. Ms. Olson recapped that Council had asked for staff to provide more information and to look at accident reports in the area. She indicated there were two unrelated traffic incidents that were not in the vicinity of the park. Also,the opinion from the Ramsey County traffic officer was that the parking restrictions should remain as is with no changes. Ms. Olson also indicated parking on the north side would cause passengers to exit their vehicles directly into a steep hill and it was determined the City would have to put in approximately 225 feet of retaining wall, etc., at a cost of$20,000. Staff also looked at the need for parking and whether there was a way to build a parking lot. This would either require removing the basketball court or looking at the parcel on Royal Lane just across from the perennial garden, however, this is located along the curve which would have visibility issues. Mr. Werner indicated because of the cost and neighborhood input the Council voted(4-0)to leaving the no parking as is. Mr. Werner informed there was also discussion regarding the Walgreens. He indicated Walgreens reviewed the approved development plan for the CVS Pharmacy and only had a few minor modifications to the approved layout. Council Liaison Werner informed that nine of the 39 lots have been sold in the new Pulte Home development. Mr. Werner mentioned staff recommends the placement of the first two gateway signs at the intersection of County Road E and at the triangle parcel at the intersection of County Road D and Fairview. Mr. Werner mentioned that Arden Hills would be able to apply for approximately a $1,000,000 interest free loan if they have MSA eligible projects and not enough funds. He indicated there was discussion on road repair on Old Snelling Avenue from Lindey's to TH-51 and this repair could be done through either Municipal State Aid or just having an overlay. Council Liaison Werner indicated the City was contacted by a resident regarding the overnight parking ordinance and,therefore, Council and staff discussed whether changes should be made to the current ordinance. He indicated it was decided to put the restrictions in a Newsletter so people are aware of the no parking restrictions. Mr. Werner indicated that Ramsey County voted 4-3 to go ahead and find out which architects are interested in designing and building a new stadium. B. Public Works/Park and Recreation Report Ms. Olson mentioned there was a delay opening the ice rinks because of the warm weather but that they are now scheduled to open tomorrow, December 21.