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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION— SEPTEMBER 19, 2016 10 <br /> Councilmember McClung stated because of the high density in the Town Center, a number of <br /> walkable restaurant options would need to be available. <br /> Mr. Shaver explained Alatus has been working to create an amenity rich environment within <br /> Town Center. He appreciated the comments raised by the Council and stated he would consider <br /> the restaurant mix further. <br /> Councilmember McClung supported the level of vibrancy being created within the Town Center. <br /> He anticipated that if more restaurants were added to this area of the development, they would be <br /> supported given the level of density being requested. <br /> Mr. Lux stated he would rework the Town Center plan and would take into consideration the <br /> comments provided by the Council. <br /> Councilmember Holden commented she still had concerns with the 12 story buildings being <br /> proposed in Town Center. <br /> Mayor Grant asked where the Council had areas of agreement within the proposed plans. He <br /> requested the comments be focused on the Creek at this time. The Council had no concerns with <br /> the Creek neighborhood. <br /> Councilmember Holden asked where the water tower would be placed within the Hill <br /> neighborhood. <br /> Mr. Stutz reviewed the location being proposed for the water tower. <br /> Mr. Shaver turned the Council's attention to parks and trails within the development. <br /> Mr. Stutz clarified on the ownership of each of the parks. <br /> Councilmember McClung recommended the first park from the south side of the development <br /> be made a publicly owned space and not private. <br /> Mayor Grant agreed this park should allow for public access. <br /> Councilmember Holden questioned if the water feature would have prairie grasses surrounding <br /> the water. <br /> Mr. Stutz was open to this and anticipated the area would be landscaped. <br /> Councilmember Holmes believed that once the parks were set, it would be hard to make any <br /> changes. She questioned if a full sized adult soccer field was necessary. <br /> Mr. Shaver stated due to the grade changes on the property, the site did not have an area that <br /> would accommodate a full sized adult soccer field. <br /> Councilmember Holmes did not want to see the City or developer skimp on the parks. <br />