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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION MAY 19, 20142 <br /> <br />Mr. Tolaas <br /> explained that the project was being led by the County and that MnDOT had <br />inspectors and contractor management on site. <br /> <br />Councilmember Holden <br /> questioned how much longer the outside lanes would be closed. <br /> <br />Mr. Tolaas <br /> commented that the grading and prep work still needs to be completed on the <br />sidewalks and trails. He stated that the contractor wants to get this work done as soon as <br />possible. <br /> <br />Councilmember McClung <br />inquired if the County has a new estimated completion date. <br /> <br />Mr. Tolaas <br />stated that he did not have a new date, but reported that the County is working with <br />the contractor to review schedules. He indicated that the rainy weather this spring has been <br />creating unforeseen delays. <br /> <br />City Administrator Klaers <br /> asked when the signals might be operational. <br /> <br />Mr. Tolaas <br />anticipated that the signals would be turned on by the end of the month. <br /> <br />Mayor Grant <br /> indicated that the businesses along County Road E have been voicing concern <br />with the length of time the County Road E bridge would be out. He encouraged the County to <br />coordinate and communicate with businesses in this area when the bridge work begins. He fears <br />that the County has lost some credibility in the City because of the Highway 10/County Road 96 <br /> <br />project. <br /> <br />Mr. Tolaas <br />understood these concerns. <br /> <br />Councilmember Holden <br /> asked if the County Road E and County Road F bridges would both be <br />replaced in 2015. <br /> <br />Public Works Director Maurer <br /> stated that after the last Council meeting, he made contact with <br />several project managers regarding the proposed projects and expressed his concern with the <br />timing of these projects. He received responses from each project manager and noted that Beth <br />th <br />Engum was working to coordinate these projects. Ms. Engum will be present at the May 27 <br />Council work session to discuss this matter in further detail. <br /> <br />Councilmember Holden <br /> requested feedback from Mr. Tolaas on the proposed roundabout at <br />County Road H as an entry point into TCAAP. <br /> <br />Mr. Tolaas <br />commented that he is not a huge proponent of roundabouts, but believes they do <br />work at some intersections with certain movements. He indicated that modern roundabout <br />design has evolved. For this reason, he believes that a roundabout at County Road H is a viable <br />option. He stated that a final determination could not be made until he sees the model or <br />simulation of the intersection. <br /> <br />Mayor Grant <br /> thanked Mr. Tolaas for his comments and updates. <br /> <br />