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CIVIC SITE TASK FORCE – SEPTEMBER 6, 2018 3 <br /> <br /> <br />Mr. Pichati encouraged the Task Force to consider how the space could be utilized for <br />intergenerational uses, for youth, seniors, arts, etc. <br /> <br />Councilmember Holden asked if a combination of Options B and C could be created. <br /> <br />Mr. Waguespack stated this could be done. <br /> <br />Mr. Zimmerman questioned if operating costs for the various options had been investigated. <br /> <br />Mr. Waguespack reported he had not investigated this. <br /> <br />Ms. Knoll commented on the value of having more gym space in Arden Hills for adult and youth <br />programming, especially for basketball. <br /> <br />Councilmember Holden noted the space should meet City zoning requirements. <br /> <br />Vice Chair Mitchell commented Option C could use more general use space, or noted the walls <br />would need to be able to be partitioned. She summarized that the Task Force was interested in <br />gym space with moveable walls and flexible flooring options. She noted the coffee shop space <br />could be reduced in size. <br /> <br />Councilmember Holmes stated she liked the idea of a dedicated art room. <br /> <br />Mr. Beggin indicated this would be a unique feature that was not being offered by surrounding <br />community centers. <br /> <br />Councilmember Holden commented on how the parking needs for the site would change of <br />special events were held at the Civic Site. <br /> <br />Mr. Waguespack explained not all parking may be accommodated onsite and shared parking may <br />have to be provided by the surrounding commercial district. <br /> <br />Mr. Zimmerman stated he supported a horseshoe shaped building and noted this would be <br />inviting given the surrounding views. <br /> <br />Mr. Waguespack indicated he would proceed with a hybrid of Options B and C for the Task <br />Force. He commented he would report back to the group with a hybrid with program and parking <br />options. <br /> <br />Councilmember Holmes questioned if the group should have a better understanding on the Civic <br />Site costs prior to holding an Open House. <br /> <br />Mr. Waguespack stated he could come back with pricing options for the hybrid, as well as <br />having pricing for the project being completed in phases. He explained the City would want to <br />work with outside consultants to better understand operating costs for the space. <br />