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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—AUGUST 23, 2021 8 Senior Planner Jagoe explained this was to the Bethel University property line. Councilmember Holmes discussed the noise that would be generated from the new sound system and asked what the top decibel level would be. Jeff Besserman, Nevco representative, explained this was estimated to be 70 to 80 decibels. He reported at the maximum level of the system directly out of the speakers would be 135 decibels and stated this would be reduced as sound goes away from the sound speakers. He commented on the speaker design further noting it was designed to direct sound towards the bleacher area. Councilmember McClung asked how many times the scoreboard would be used each year. Mark Posner, Bethel University representative, estimated there were up to eight home football games and one possible graduation event each year. Mayor Grant opened the public hearing at 8:20 p.m. Barbara Muller, 1486 Arden Oaks Drive, commented she did not particularly appreciate the sound coming from the football games currently. She feared that the games would be even more obtrusive on the neighbors given the fact the scoreboard size would be larger. Mr. Besserman explained the existing sound system had no directional control. He reported the new sound system would direct sound towards the bleacher/field area and away from the neighborhood. He indicated this would reduce the noise and sound heard by the adjacent homes. With no one coming forward to speak, Mayor Grant closed the public hearing at 8:26 p.m. 9. NEW BUSINESS A. Resolution 2021-046 Ordering Improvements and Preparation of Plans and Specifications—Arden Oaks Street Improvements Project Interim Public Works Director Swearingen stated following the public hearing under agenda item No. 8A, the next step in the project delivery process is to approve a resolution ordering the improvements and the preparation of plans and specifications for the Arden Oaks Street Improvements Project. The resolution document would order the improvements and plans in accordance with the recommendations provided in the project feasibility report. Councilmember McClung indicated this roadway needs to be replaced. He thanked all of the residents that spoke this evening and encouraged these residents to continue to engage with the City as this project moves forward. Mayor Grant urged TKDA to address the concerns that were raised regarding the cul-de-sac.