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should be developed and consistent park and trail identification signs should be placed in the parks and along trail corridors. A park and trail system map was developed as part of the planning process. This map should be reproduced on weather resistant materials (i.e. ) and displayed in the City parks and at major trail entrances. An overall park and trail map will help residents find parks and trails and connect neighborhoods. Many residents are unaware of the existing park and trails in Arden Hills. This map could also be copied as a handout guide for interested citizens. Park Renovation— The City of Arden Hills should continue to upgrade and renovate existing parks based upon a 5-10 year capital improvement plan and in an effort to meet changing demographics, public safety and the desires of the community. Maps indicating individual park improvement recommendations have been prepared based upon input received from the community through four public meetings, from service organizations and from the PTRC. The individual park maps are attached as Appendix_. The recommendations are intended to improve public safety, aesthetics, function and efficiency of individual parks. Future park improvements should be based upon these recommendations and funding supply. The individual park renovation recommendations are summarized below. Comprehensive Approach to Renovation - The PTRC recommends that where possible, park renovation be done all at once in each park to minimize park disruption, save cost through efficiency of construction and improved park function. In the past park renovation has occurred in a piecemeal fashion and has resulted in less then satisfactory results. Park Renovation Recommendations (listed by park) - Arden Manor Park—Provide a new entrance !' s drive, parking lot and trail connection when ° < Highway 96 is upgraded. Add a looped trail around pond and to the future TCAAP trails. ,, „ .- ,�. "`" Define edges of the Park with new trees and landscaping. Add new shaded benches near park features. Add a sign and map at the Park entrances to provide park and trail identification. r � Arden Oaks Park- Add a paved trail from x north to south across the park to connect the park features to meet ADA requirements. Add benches and trash containers near the park features. Add trees and landscaping to provide shade spatial definition and to improve aesthetics. Add a sign and map at the Park entrances to provide park and trail identification. Charles Perry Park—Add a bridge over the lower wetland. Move entrance drive to line up with Thom Drive. Add new warming house in close proximity to the skating rink. This will eliminate the conflict 17