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Alex Duval, Alatus, stated over the past 90 days a team has been assembled to work on this <br />project. He explained the focus has been on how to integrate the work being completed by the <br />three primary groups, Alatus, Tradition and Inland. He then described the work being done by <br />the design groups under the direction of each of the primary groups. He noted the natural <br />resources corridor was being studied in order to keep this area special. He provided further <br />comment on the highlights on the site noting this was one of the largest redevelopment <br />projects in the metro area. <br /> <br />Mr. Lux understood the importance to stitching this new development into existing Arden Hills. <br /> <br />Tom Shaver, Inland Development Partners, noted Alatus would be requesting a TRC <br />amendment. He reported the regional trails surrounding the property were being reviewed by <br />the Master Developer. He commented on the benefits of creating trail connections from the <br />east to the Natural Resource Corridor. He further discussed the positive amenities on the site. <br />It was noted Bus Rapid Transit would be explored for the project. <br /> <br />Mr. Lux addressed how Alatus was approaching Town Center. He believed Arden Hills should <br />consider moving City Hall into the Town Center area. He indicated a library, theater or museum <br />would also benefit the Town Center area. He anticipated four restaurants would be located in <br />this area along with convenience or entertainment retail. He stated after completing much <br />research, there was a need for senior housing and 60 to 120 condominium units, with the <br />condo building height being eight to ten stories high. It was noted Town Center would have six <br />primary blocks. The underground parking requirements were discussed. <br /> <br />Further discussion ensued regarding the alignment of the spine road and how this would <br />impact the flex space. <br /> <br />Mayor Grant requested clarification on the colors within the map. <br /> <br />Mr. Lux reviewed the colors and the legend with the City Council and JDA. <br /> <br />Mr. Shaver discussed how traffic would flow in and out of the property. He noted it would be <br />difficult for the site at Highway 96 and the entrance to the property to support retail. He <br />described where the park and paths would be located within Town Center and pointed out the <br />connections. The challenges for the site would be to create further connection points from this <br />site to the remainder of Arden Hills. The plans for the Town Center were reviewed in further <br />detail with the Council and JDA. <br /> <br />Mayor Grant questioned if the group had feedback at this point. <br /> <br />Mayor Grant believed further discussion would have to be held regarding “best homes” and <br />“best jobs”. <br /> <br />Councilmember Holden asked which buildings would require a height variance.