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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL—JULY 24, 2023 3 <br /> public about the TCAAP project. In addition, she recommended the Council hold a TCAAP Open <br /> House this fall, along with an accurate traffic count. She discussed how a Costco development on <br /> the thumb property could impact traffic and noted this would mean an additional one million trips <br /> into the northern portion of Arden Hills. She commented on how a Costco would hurt the <br /> proposed small businesses the Council wanted to see developed in the Town Center area. She <br /> reported the new target density was 2360, which was an increase of 900 units. She stated this <br /> would increase the population of Arden Hills by 2100. She stated diversity, equity and inclusion <br /> means no more secrecy buried in future January meetings but rather that the Council begin <br /> bringing all conversations to light in the interests of the public, who elected the Council to serve. <br /> Linda Swanson stated it was insulting to stand at the podium and have Councilmember Tom <br /> Fabel laughing in your face. She encouraged Councilmember Fabel to view the meeting and to <br /> watch his behavior. <br /> 4. RESPONSE TO PUBLIC INQUIRIES <br /> None. <br /> 5. PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS <br /> None. <br /> 6. STAFF COMMENTS <br /> A. Transportation Update <br /> Public Works Director Swearingen reported Lexington Avenue would have a short term closure <br /> on Red Fox Road in order to allow the City to complete watermain work. He explained the west <br /> side closure would begin Thursday, July 27 through Thursday, August, 3. He stated Ramsey <br /> County has stated Lexington Avenue will have all lanes of traffic open by Tuesday,August 1. <br /> Public Works Director Swearingen provided the Council with an update on the roundabout <br /> project. He stated Phase 2 has been implemented, which included the closure of the north leg <br /> through the remainder of July and August. He noted the south lag would remain closed for gas <br /> main work. He reviewed the detour routes that would remain in place throughout the roundabout <br /> project. <br /> Councilmember Monson asked if the roundabout would be substantially complete by the time <br /> school starts. <br /> Public Works Director Swearingen explained the roundabout project should be paved the last <br /> week of August. He noted work on the Lindey's parking lot would not be done until next spring. <br /> B. Night to Unite Update and Proclamation <br /> Assistant to the City Administrator/City Clerk Hanson stated Night to Unite will be held on <br /> Tuesday, August 1 from 5:00 to 9:00 pm. While the formal registration deadline was Friday, July <br />