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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL JANUARY 14, 2013 6 Assistant City Engineer Anderson stated that the reclamation project in 2011 was paid back over seven years and past reconstruction projects were assessed over 10 years. He commented that in the end, this decision would be left up to the Council. Councilmember McClung supported the reclamation project but expressed concern with the storm water maintenance. He asked if the proposed additions to the storm water system would address the water runoff in this neighborhood. Assistant City Engineer Anderson explained the major issue in the neighborhood was the amount of water funneled down Edgewater Avenue. By extending the storm sewer up the roadway, this concern would be addressed. Councilmember Holden stated if a reclamation project were selected, curb and gutter would not be completed. She asked if this would be a concern to the neighborhood. She questioned if curb and gutter added value to properties. Assistant City Engineer Anderson commented that the addition of curb was not a cost effective option if a reclamation project were pursued. He noted that one property would have curb and gutter to match up with previous work completed by the City of Roseville. Public Works Director Maurer stated the improved roadway surface would add value to the residential properties as the roadway was in poor condition at this time. Councilmember Holden supported the reclamation project as it would keep the roadways narrow and would protect more trees. However, she wanted to be assured that the storm water issues were addressed. Mayor Grant indicated the tennis court added value to the neighborhood and he wanted to see this saved. He stated the reclamation option was more cost effective and he supported this option. He also encouraged staff to save as many trees as possible. Councilmember Holden asked how many trees would be lost through the reclamation project. Assistant City Engineer Anderson indicated that 13 trees were rated zero by the forester, but no trees would need to be removed with the reclamation project. He commented that some shrubs and trees around the tennis court would need to be removed to assist in maintaining the court surface and allow for construction of rain gardens. Public Works Director Maurer explained that the forester recommended several trees be pruned prior to the reclamation work to assure no limbs would be damaged by the construction equipment. MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Councilmember Holmes seconded a motion to adopt Resolution #2013-003 - Ordering the Public Improvement and Preparation of Plans and Specifications for the 2013 Pavement Management Program as a Reclamation Project.