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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION — FEBRUARY 21, 2023 3 Councilmember Monson said it seemed like the original proposal was open market and there was concerns about families from there overrunning the playground, but now at 55+ there would be a different view on how to access the park. Mr. Fink said there is a trail on the south side of Highway 96 and they plan to connect to it, he believed that would connect to a trail on Snelling Avenue to get to the park. Councilmember Monson said there was no sidewalk on Snelling Avenue. Councilmember Holden wondered if they could put a crosswalk through the parking lot from the park to the property, and asked about access for people wanting to go to church at North Heights. Mr. Fink said when they get the site plan detail they will address pedestrian traffic, vehicle traffic, and recreational trails in and around the site. Mayor Grant mentioned this was a concept review and an opportunity to give feedback to the developer so if he brings back a proposal it lines up with what they want. Councilmember Monson said she would be looking at how much tree clearing would take place with preference of fewer trees cleared. She would also like to see energy efficiency measures beyond traditional buildings. Councilmember Holden asked who would own and be responsible for the storm water pond. Mr. Fink assumed that the property owner would maintain the pond. Councilmember Fabel expressed interest in making 15-20 units be affordable at 60% AMI. Mr. Fink stated that would require some financial assistance from the City to cover the revenue gap. Mr. Fink said the intention is to have a left turn only out of the development so traffic is directed to Highway 96. Councilmember Holden said they would need to make significant changes to the intersection with Snelling Avenue so it would be a right hand only turn. Mr. Fink agreed that would be their intention. Councilmember Rousseau asked if they would be completing a noise study. Mr. Fink said they would complete the study before the application goes to the Planning Commission. Mayor Grant said the quality of exterior building materials would be important to him. Councilmember Holden wondered how many people would be under 65 years old would live at the facility.