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ARDEN HILLS SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION — SEPTEMBER 12, 2022 2 A discussion ensued regarding project coordination and the importance of communication between SRF, Ramsey County, the private utility companies, contractors, and City staff. Councilmember Holden requested a timeline and asked if such could be required as part of the bidding process. Mr. Johnson stated that the contractor works with the utility companies so it can be tricky, but he and Ms. Lundquist said they should be able to get a time commitment for this project. Mr. Johnson said there is an open house scheduled for Thursday, October 6 in which information regarding what to expect for this project will be discussed. Councilmembers Holden and Scott said most people that live in the project area are not in favor of this project. Councilmember Holmes stated that most people do not think this intersection is a problem. She said they do not see this as a capacity issue, there are not many cars there and that traffic moves through the intersection fine. Some consider this project a waste of money. A short discussion ensued about the fact that there are various utilities that will impact this project. Mr. Johnson indicated the project footprint has been identified and preliminary right-of-way staking has been performed as temporary easements will be necessary. He indicated the Ramsey County's right-of-way agents have met with each property owner that abuts the project. Ms. Lundquist stated that there will be one driveway closure at the Lindey's property, but they are working with them for a site redesign. Mr. Johnson said Lindey's is supportive of the project and the goal is to ensure the business will continue to thrive during construction. Councilmember Holden asked about crosswalks at this location. A discussion ensued regarding how the crosswalks would function in a roundabout setting. Mr. Johnson indicated that they had met with the property owner located straight across from Lindey's and that the owner is supportive. He said they have received a few calls from residents about trail connections and crosswalks and the feedback and been mostly positive. Mr. Johnson referred to the project layout as provided in the Council packet. He talked about the change that included the sidewalk extension down Lake Johanna Blvd which will connect back to the shoulder and eventually connect to the trail. A discussion ensued regarding additional requests that were brought up by residents such as crosswalks, connections and striping, and ADA requirements. Mayor Grant asked for confirmation of the City's costs for this project at $800,000.