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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION—MAY 13, 2013 7 Councilmember Holmes questioned why this project would not be assessed to the benefiting property owners. Public Works Director Maurer commented that the maintenance needed on this roadway is at a level above patching and sealcoating. He reported that 50% of the roadway will need to be patched, which led him to recommend the mill and overlay project. He noted that the roadway is currently 20 years old, but that there was a problem with the original mix. He stated that the road should not require this level of repair given the traffic levels along this MSA route. He stated that he does not recommend the use of MSA funds unless the project is absolutely necessary. Councilmember Holden asked if a sidewalk or striped bike path could be added to get pedestrian traffic more easily to the park. Councilmember McClung indicated that drivers along this roadway are going fast and pedestrian safety should be considered. He recommended the entire roadway and the parking spaces near the park be striped. Public Works Director Maurer stated that this issue could be reviewed further by the Council after the plans for the roadway are drawn up by staff. The Council supported staffs recommendation for the mill and overlay project for North Snelling Avenue and the use of MSA funds. Public Works Director Maurer explained that he will request bids and report back to the Council at a future meeting. 3. COUNCIL COMMENTS AND STAFF UPDATES City Administrator Klaers asked if the Council is available at 6:00 p.m. on May 28th for a work session meeting to discuss transit planning. Councilmember McClung stated that he is not available that evening. Mayor Grant was uncertain if he would be able to attend. City Administrator Klaers reviewed the proposed agenda for the May 20th work session meeting. He requested the Council respond to the email he sent regarding this meeting and complete the survey prior to May 20th. He noted that the two homeowners with issues on their utility bills be pushed back to the May 28th or June 17th meeting. Mayor Grant noted that the City received another letter from Paul Johnson regarding the Vikings Stadium. This is the eighth or ninth letter from Mr. Johnson as he is still lobbying to have the stadium located in the City of Arden Hills. ADJOURN Mayor Grant adjourned the City Council work session meeting at 9:44 p.m.