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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION—MARCH 17, 2014 3 Councilmember Holden requested further information on what would be included in the scope of the infrastructure and feasibility studies. Ms. Engum explained that the following categories would be addressed within the infrastructure plan: transportation, mass grading plan, utilities, water and sanitary sewer, stormwater, wetlands and platting. She noted that the feasibility study would meet the Chapter 429 (assessments) requirements. Councilmember Holmes asked who the County would be assessing for roadway and utility improvements. Ms. Engum reported that the assessments would be passed along to future landowners. Mayor Grant questioned how the City would recover its costs. Stacie Kvilvang, Ehlers &Associates,reviewed how the City could recover its costs. Councilmember McClung inquired if the water feature would be addressed through the infrastructure study. He explained that a great deal of information would be needed before he could make an informed decision regarding the water feature. Public Works Director Maurer stated that the water feature would be addressed in the infrastructure study. He understood the Council's concerns with the water feature and explained staff would continue to work with consultants on this issue before any final decisions were made regarding this amenity. Councilmember Holden asked when the Master Plan had to be approved. City Administrator Klaers indicated that the Master Plan should be approved this summer in order for the City to move forward with the Policies and Regulations. The goals for the water feature should be able to be addressed by that time. Further discussion ensued regarding the water feature. i Public Works Director Maurer understood that the Council wanted the water feature to hold water and be a positive amenity for the area. Staff would need to investigate how much land would be required to ensure the water feature meets the RCWD requirements, wetlands laws, and Council's goals. Mayor Grant questioned what direction the County was seeking from the Council this evening. Ms. Engum explained that the County was hoping the City would agree to enter into a cost sharing agreement per the Joint Powers Agreement to share in the stormwater study. Councilmember Holden asked if the water from the groundwater treatment process the Army operates on TCAAP would be analyzed through the RFP in terms of its potential use for the water feature or a geo-thermal system.