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ARDEN HILLS SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION – JULY 14, 2014 5 Mayor Grant wanted to see some degree of manicure in some places, as was seen in Central Park in Roseville. He believed that this would enhance the value of the property, which was in the joint interest of both the County and the City. Public Works Director Maurer discussed the different edges available for stormwater ponds. Councilmember Holmes anticipated that the City was hoping that the County would contribute to the stormwater ponding and manicured edges as this would greatly enhance the site and property values. She expressed frustration with the lack of communication between the City and County regarding this matter. Mayor Grant agreed with this comment stating that a general concept for the stormwater ponds would greatly assist Kimley-Horn in designing the site. Ms. Engum believed that she and Public Works Director Maurer were on the same page. She understood that the County had responsibilities as the landowner. Public Works Director Maurer discussed the benefits of addressing the stormwater management from a regional perspective. He noted that the regional management would enhance the value of the property and would reduce the number of ponds on the site and would therefore reduce the long-term maintenance expenses. Councilmember Holmes asked who would be financially responsible for the water treatment, trails, benches and edges of the stormwater ponds. Public Works Director Maurer understood that this would be a joint responsibility. He indicated that further discussions would have to be held between the City and the County. Councilmember Holden clarified that the regional ponds would never be owned by the private landowners, but rather would be maintained by the City going forward. Public Works Director Maurer stated that this was the case and that the ponds would become a part of the public infrastructure. Mr. Horn indicated that his goal through the infrastructure study was to create space to accommodate the stormwater from the entire site in the green spine area. Options would be evaluated, along with the cost and this information would be presented to the Council in October. It was his hope that the areas would benefit and enhance the site for both the City and the County. Mayor Grant discussed the percentage of land that was set aside for treating the stormwater in addition to the current wetlands. He questioned if Kimley-Horn needed to have a better understanding of the proposed density for the site before the infrastructure study could be completed. Mr. Horn described the process he would use when evaluating the infrastructure for the green spine based on the approved Master Plan. He appreciated the vision and direction provided by the Council this evening.