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ARDEN HILLS REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETNG—DECEMBER 12, 2011 11 Public Works Director Maurer responded that Old Highway 10 and US Highway 10 clear zones and highway safety must be considered. Also, that area is south of the project limits and federal rules would not allow that to be added to this project, but it could be looked at separate from the project. Mayor Grant questioned how an neighborhood would come back for a sound wall in the future if noise levels are higher than anticipated. Public Works Director Maurer stated that he is not familiar with the whole reevaluation process. However, Mn/DOT did indicate that they have a small budget reserved each year for noise walls that are not associated with current projects. MOTION: Mayor Grant moved and Councilmember Holden seconded the motion to extend the meeting to 11:00 p.m. Motion carried unanimously (5-0). Councilmember Tamble questioned what is being done in this project to help mitigate noise for the residents. Mr. Lux responded the noise mitigation is limited to the wall that is on the north side of Highway 96. The cost benefit is met for Arden Manor because the density is greater. He also stated the tree planting suggested would be a visual barrier but would not do much for noise. MOTION: Councilmember Holmes moved and Councilmember Werner seconded the motion to adopt Resolution 2011-054 approving the Final Layout of the US 10/Highway 96 Improvement and rescinding Resolution 2011-048. Councilmember Holmes commented that the residents made an excellent presentation and she appreciates their time and effort but "the dollars are the dollars." She stated she doesn't want the impression to be that the people on Lakeshore Place are being ignored. The Council and County are just doing what the law says and what the rules are under Federal, State, and County statutes. The City is doing the best it can for all the neighborhoods. The motion carried (4-1) (Tamble—Nay). 10. COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilmember Tamble stated: • the City newsletter is out now and is printed on white, glossy paper in full color. • the Communications Committee is seeking a photographer. • there have been three recent meetings for the Website committee. Councilmember Holden reported that the Economic Development Committee (EDC) met last week and the EDC members are considering what they want listed on the new website and reviewing their work plan for next year. One thing they want to look at is asking the Communications Committee to accept articles on local businesses written by the EDC.