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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION – JANUARY 22, 2019 2 Public Works Director/City Engineer Polka commented if she was walking on that trail, she would stop before stepping out onto the street because even though pedestrians have the right of way, cars do not always stop. She recommended the City continue to educate the public on pedestrian safety. Jordan Horejsi, HR Green, discussed the pros and cons of flashing lights near crosswalks. He explained the refuge could be combined with the flashing lights, but noted this would be a more expensive option. He commented the refuge would tell drivers something was different when approaching the crosswalk and may be safer than what was currently there. Councilmember Holden stated she feared drivers would only view the flashing light and not the pedestrian. She explained it was State law to stop for pedestrians within a crosswalk. She recommended the Sheriff sit in this area and hand out tickets in order educate residents on this law. Councilmember Holmes commented on flashing lights along County Road E2 near the elementary school. She noted these lights were not flashing all the time, but rather when students needed to cross the street to get to school. She was of the opinion traffic obeyed the flashing lights and were more cautious of pedestrians due to how that particular light functioned. Councilmember McClung agreed but noted the speed of traffic along County Road E2 was slower than along Hamline Avenue. He indicated the higher rate of speed along Hamline Avenue may impact driver’s ability to stop for pedestrians. Councilmember Scott reported he supported the pedestrian refuge at both pedestrian intersections with flashing lights at the trail crossing. Councilmember McClung agreed with this recommendation. Mr. Horejsi stated he liked the combination of the pedestrian refuge and flashing lights. Councilmember Holden commented she was pleased the County was willing to pay for half of the pedestrian crossing expenses. Mayor Grant asked if the Council supported this item moving forward for approval. Council consensus was to direct staff to bring this item back for approval at an upcoming Council meeting. B. Tobacco Discussion City Clerk Hanson explained that the Council first discussed potentially amending the City’s tobacco ordinance at its August 20, 2018 work session, followed by the opportunity for vendor comment at its October 15, 2018, work session, and an additional public comment opportunity at a November 13, 2018 public hearing.