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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION—MAY 28, 2013 2 project schedule, and the evaluation of public involvement techniques and outcomes. She reviewed the document in further detail with the Council and requested comments or questions. Councilmember Holden asked if resident participation will occur prior to completion of the Master Plan. She questioned how residents can participate early in the process. Councilmember Holmes stated that she felt the proposed timeline offers very limited public involvement. She stated that the public is extremely interested in weighing in on this project. Mr. Smalkoski indicated that the first open house in September will be a great time for citizen input as this will be a listening session to allow for discovery. He noted that the developer panel in July will also allow for information to be shared. Ms. Laabs noted the public can also stay updated by visiting the website. Mayor Grant explained that until the AUAR process begins and the developmental parameters are established, it will be difficult for Kimley-Horn to take comments from the public. Councilmember Holmes commented that the public is very interested in this redevelopment and wants to be a part of this project and this desire for involvement needs to be addressed. Community Development Director Hutmacher stated that the proposed developer panel could be more inclusive and interactive to allow for public input. Councilmember Holden encouraged the City to gain as much feedback as possible from the public because the previous vision and the comments made during the Ryan plan from years ago may not be pertinent to the Ramsey County project due to changing factors such as access and market conditions. Councilmember Holmes inquired if a resident vision should be created for the TCAAP site prior to the open house. She commented that this may assist in creating parameters for the redevelopment. Mayor Grant stated that the site is generating interest now given the fact that demolition activity is taking place. City Administrator Klaers explained that the JDA will be reviewing the PIP and the document will come back to the Council for approval at a future meeting. B. Transit Planning for Ramsey County Suburban Communities Jim McDonough, Ramsey County Board Commissioner, discussed the recently proposed sales tax increase to assist with transit improvements in the Metro area. He commented that there is a critical need for the region to come together to invest in transportation. He explained that investment in infrastructure will increase the economic competitiveness for the entire region. He then discussed proposed transit and roadway improvements needed in Ramsey County. He