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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL – JUNE 24, 2019 3 <br /> <br />Mr. Yonke explained this area had been highlighted within the plan and was identified for an <br />enhanced roadway crossing. He indicated further discussion will be held to define the <br />enhancements. <br /> <br />Councilmember McClung commented on Parcel A (the 15-acre easement) and asked what type <br />of easement was being discussed with the Army. <br /> <br />Mr. Yonke stated there would be some restrictions in place as no buildings could be constructed <br />on the 15-acre parcel. He reported the easement would be perpetual in nature. He commented <br />further on the general obligations the County would have to abide by for this land. <br /> <br />Councilmember Holden asked if the road through the wetland corridor would impact the <br />Blanding turtles. <br /> <br />Mr. Yonke discussed the location of the road through the wetland corridor noting this roadway <br />would have a surmountable curb which was safer for animals and reptiles. <br /> <br />5. STAFF COMMENTS <br /> <br />A. Rice Creek Commons (TCAAP) and Joint Development Authority (JDA) Update <br /> <br />City Administrator Perrault provided an update on TCAAP stating litigation with Ramsey <br />County was ongoing. <br /> <br />B. Transportation Update <br /> <br />Interim Public Works Director/City Engineer Blomstrom discussed the 2019 seal coating <br />program with the Council. He explained this project was authorized in March of 2019 through a <br />JPA with the North Metro Regional Street Maintenance Consortium. He noted the crack sealing <br />was substantially completed last week. <br /> <br />Interim Public Works Director/City Engineer Blomstrom reviewed the schedule for the 2018 <br />Street and Utility Improvement Project. He reported restoration work would begin July 1 and be <br />completed by July 16. It was noted the final wear course of paving would be installed before July <br />19. <br /> <br />Councilmember Scott asked if a public hearing would be held for the intersection improvements <br />at Old Snelling and County Road E. <br /> <br />Public Works Director/City Engineer Blomstrom stated he would investigate this and would <br />report back to the Council. <br /> <br />C. Night to Unite Update <br /> <br />City Administrator Perrault stated this year, Night to Unite will be held Tuesday, August 6 <br />from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. He also indicated there is a link on the City’s website and registration is <br />due by Friday, July 19. A list of those participating in Night to Unite will be provided to the City