4C, Draft Minutes 12-17-12 Special

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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—DECEMBER 17, 2012 4 mobility and access along the corridor. He indicated the recommended concept maintains the existing roadway pavement which would be modified and restriped. He proposed the area near the Connelly Avenue intersection be better delineated and a double left turn lane onto Lexington Avenue be added. He noted the traffic signals would be upgraded to integrate the modifications proposed for the corridor. He then discussed the proposed landscaping and lighting improvements. Mr. Thomas estimated the project would cost $1.8 million. He explained the project would be coordinated with Ramsey County for cost sharing purposes. He recommended the Council proceed with a Feasibility Study for the B-2 plan. He discussed the proposed timeline stating plans would be completed in 2013 with construction anticipated in 2014. Councilmember Holmes suggested that the CAC members be sent a copy of the final B-2 Implementation Plan and that they should be thanked for their participation. Community Development Director Hutmacher stated she would be sending the final report to the members, along with the Council's decision this evening. Mayor Grant asked if additional meetings would be held with local business owners. Mr. Thomas explained these meetings would be conducted as part of the Feasibility Study. Councilmember Holmes questioned what steps would be taken after the Feasibility Study was complete. Mr. Thomas commented that after the Feasibility Study was complete, final design and the preparation of design documents for the project would be drafted. Councilmember Holden inquired if the project would be phased within the Feasibility Study. Mr. Thomas stated this could be considered within the Feasibility Study plans to allow the City to proceed with pieces of the plan over time as funds were available. MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Mayor Grant seconded a motion to accept the 2012 County Road E (B-2 District) Implementation Plan. Councilmember Werner noted he served as the Council liaison on the B-2 Implementation Plan. He was pleased with the level of participation from the local business owners. He fully supports the Plan and doing the Feasibility Study. The motion carried (5-0). Public Works Director Maurer requested the Council order the Feasibility Report for the B-2 District and authorize staff to enter into a contract with Bolton & Menk for completion of the Feasibility Report. He explained the expense for this study was estimated to be $56,760.