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ARDEN HILLS SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION—JULY 28, 2014 4 Public Works Director Maurer reported that the more expensive fixture and pole would cost $358,000. Mayor Grant supported the use of stamped concrete and pavers so long as the materials were salt resistant and would withstand the Minnesota winters. Councilmember Holmes did not agree with the use of pavers for numerous reasons. She reported that pavers can crumble and create a problem. She suggested that the Council pursue colored concrete instead. The Council was in agreement with adding stamped concrete in the median areas. Mayor Grant asked if the Council supported the trail to the west of the bridge and the contract amendment. He reported that this would cost the City an additional $15,000. He stated that he could support the trail being completed at the same time as the bridge. Councilmember Holden feared that the properties on the south side of the road would not want the trail running through their property. She asked about the trail being placed on the north side of County Road E. Public Works Director Maurer stated that the north side of the roadway had a grade issue and ADA concerns. In addition, the trail would be more expensive to build on the north side. He reported that the 10' pedestrian facility would be located on the south side of the bridge. He noted that there would be economies of scale if the City were to complete the trail when the bridge was under construction. However, the Council could wait until 2016 or later for this project. Mayor Grant stated that delaying the project would ensure that Bethel University would contribute to the cost of the trail in a more timely fashion. He requested that staff inquire if it was feasible for the trail to be located on the north side of the roadway. Councilmember McClung was in favor of completing the trail section now. He indicated that the City had a contractual obligation to complete this trail and believed that the residents would have difficulty supporting the trail regardless of when it was completed. Councilmember Holden explained that the trail was previously proposed to the residents by MnDOT to be on the north side and now the south side was being recommended. The Council was in agreement to not do the sidewalk west of the bridge at this time. Councilmember Holden asked how many trees were going to be planted along the B-2 corridor. Public Works Director Maurer estimated that 50-55 trees would be planted and would cost approximately $44,000. Staff provided further comment on the proposed tree varieties. Mayor Grant strongly recommended that the trees be watered regularly.