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ARDEN HILLS SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL WORKSESSION – NOVEMBER 20, 2023 4 Councilmember Monson explained this corridor was multi-modal and she wanted to ensure the City and County complete this project in a manner that considers the safety of both vehicular and pedestrian traffic. Further discussion ensued regarding the grant, state and federal funding that would be pursued by the County. Councilmember Fabel asked if the County could address the roadway design at County Road E. Ramsey County Public Works Director Isaacson explained when he gets into the project design, he would be looking at ways to slow traffic at this intersection. Councilmember Holden recommended the County have numerous pedestrian safety crossing features be built into the corridor near the beach. Mayor Grant questioned how far along the design plans were at this time. Ramsey County Public Works Director Isaacson estimated the design plans were at 5% at this time. Councilmember Monson asked if there was value in having the project further designed when pursuing federal funding. Ramsey County Public Works Director Isaacson reported if the designs were further along, he would have a better understanding of the costs, but noted this does not have an impact on federal funding. Councilmember Rousseau requested a bump out or other safety measures be considered along the corridor in the short term. Ramsey County Public Works Director Isaacson stated temporary measures could be considered such as bollards or striping. Councilmember Holden indicated the City’s main concerns were in the spring and summer when there were more pedestrians along the corridor. Councilmember Monson summarized the temporary solutions will be addressed by the County once they have state funding in place and County staff will work with City staff to understand the City’s priorities. Ramsey County Public Works Director Isaacson reported this was how he would proceed. Councilmember Fabel recommended the parking along the corridor be reconsidered because there were many places where it was unsafe for pedestrians and bicyclists to travel along the corridor.