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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL — APRIL 24, 2017 9 AMENDMENT: Councilmember McClung moved and Mayor Grant second a motion amending Condition 16, allowing each of the building endcaps to have up to eighty square feet of wall signage, with no more than forty square feet per sign. Councilmember Holden asked if the end units would be larger than the interior units. Mr. Roberts stated this was the case. The amendment carried (5-0). AMENDMENT: Councilmember McClung moved and Mayor Grant second a motion adding Condition 17, requiring the developer to add an architectural element or roof steps to the west elevation of the building to more closely reflect the front of the building. The amendment carried (5-0). The amended motion carried (5-0). B. Perry Park and Hazelnut Park Playground Structure Replacement Public Works Director/City Engineer Polka stated the existing play structure at Perry Park was installed in the summer of 1997. The play structure is a steel structure that is showing signs of wear. The wood surrounding the structure is in poor condition and the steel is rusting. The 2016 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) identified the play structure replacement in 2016. Public Works Director/City Engineer Polka explained the existing play structure at Hazelnut Park was installed in the summer of 1997. The play structure has needed multiple repairs in the last two years. The play structure is identified in the CIP to be replaced in 2017. Public Works Director/City Engineer Polka indicated the playground at Perry Park receives heavy use during the adult softball season. The trail connections around Perry Park make it easily accessible for many families in Arden Hills and surrounding communities. It was noted neither of the existing playgrounds meet current accessibility standards or safety guidelines and will be brought into compliance. Public Works Director/City Engineer Polka reported quotes received from Minnesota/Wisconsin Playground were summarized by staff and it was noted the pricing provided in the quotes are as listed in the Minnesota State contract. Staff reported Minnesota/Wisconsin Playground installed the playground structure at Valentine Park. The proposed equipment will be similar in style and colors. The playground at Hazelnut Park receives heavy use from the neighborhood and the City of Arden Hills run Summer Playground Program. In the summer, the park has an average of 50 participants every day.