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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION — FEBRUARY 20, 2018 3 cost for the playground equipment is not listed on the estimated cost chart and that will be around $11,000. Public Works Director/City Engineer Polka also noted that quotes for demolition of the tennis courts could be requested and the work could possibly be done right away. Councilmember Holden asked if maintaining the seeding was included in the estimated cost. WSB & Associates Project Manager Steve Foss said it would be included. He also noted that the viewing platform could be expanded in the future. The platform could be raised up to 2 '/2 feet without railings being necessary that may block the view. Councilmember Holden asked if any benches near the play areas were included. Public Works Director/City Engineer Polka said they could be added at a cost of $650 each. Councilmember Holden and Councilmember Steve Scott felt the project should go ahead as set forth in the outline, including the shelter and viewing platform. Councilmember Holmes said a resident had asked about a wood chip entrance that doesn't go past the lift station. Public Works Director/City Engineer Polka said that could be an additional trail, but the current plan is ADA compliant. A wrap could be put on the lift station box to conceal it at a later time. Councilmember Holmes agreed that the plan should move forward as presented, and as soon as possible. Mayor Grant felt the viewing platform was reasonably priced and was in favor of moving ahead as designed, and directed staff to put the item on the Council agenda. Public Works Director/City Engineer Polka said she could bring back a demolition price separately and once the plans and specs are ready she can bring it back for authorization for bids. Councilmember Holden stated that she'd like to see benches included in build, with the possibility of donations from residents or the Arden Hills Foundations. Mayor Grant said the concrete pads for the benches could be put in during construction, whether or not the benches were actually available. A resident in the audience offered to pay for a bench and suggested that some savings could be made in cement costs. Another resident asked how long this current plan had been available for viewing, and also wondered about possible changes. Public Works Director/City Engineer Polka said the Parks, Trails and Recreation Committee favored this concept. She also said there are safety zones that are required to be placed around playground equipment.