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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—MARCH 26, 2012 4 Public Works Director Maurer explained earlier this year the Council authorized the preparation of the Feasibility Study for the rehabilitation of Old Snelling Avenue from County Road E to TH 51. Staff discussed the feasibility study in further detail along with estimated project costs. Potential funding sources were reviewed noting Municipal State Aid dollars could be used for this project. He noted in December of 2011 the Council engaged Kimley Horn to prepare final plans for the reconstruction of the bridge at the south end of the corridor in an effort to secure State Bridge Bonding funds to assist in the replacement cost. These funds may not be available until 2013. Public Works Director Maurer indicated the rehabilitation of the street surface and the replacement of the bridge will both cause disruption to the motoring public. Staff recommended that both projects be completed during the same construction season. Since it is unclear when funding for the bridge replacement would be available, staff recommended the feasibility study be accepted and that the road rehabilitation remain in the CIP with the actual year not established until bridge replacement funds are secured. Mayor Grant requested further information on pedestrian walkways and trails for this corridor. Public Works Director Maurer stated the west side of the roadway would be the best location for trails and/or walkways and could be funded through State Aid dollars. Councilmember Holmes questioned what actions the City needed to take to receive the State Bridge Bonding funds. Public Works Director Maurer indicated plans need to be completed and approved by Mn/DOT and then funding can be requested. At this time there is no waiting list for Bridge Bonding funds. Councilmember Holmes asked if the reclamation process would create a proper roadway surface or if a complete reconstruction was necessary. Public Works Director Maurer stated the geotechnical testing showed that reclamation be adequate as the existing surfacing would be ground up and two layers of new bituminous surfacing would be added to the remaining material. MOTION: Councilmember Holden moved and Mayor Grant seconded a motion to accept the Old Snelling Feasibility Study, leave the project in the 5 year CIP with a year to be determined based on the bridge funding and other MnDOT and County construction proiects and review its schedule annually when the overall CIP is considered. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). B. Hazelnut Park Irrigation Project Award Parks and Recreation Manager Olson stated the 2012 CIP includes $26,000 for irrigation improvements at Hazelnut Park. At the joint PTRC/Council work session on February 21, 2012, the PTRC reviewed their recommendation for the addition of irrigation for both the soccer and softball fields at Hazelnut Park. The recommendations were discussed in detail. Staff has since worked with Minnesota Irrigation Distribution Center to assemble plans and specifications for the