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ARDEN HILLS CITY CmJNCIL - MAY 12. 1997 5 . Councilmember Malone inquired the extent of patching necessary on County Road F. Mr. Stafford replied mainly patching of numerous potholes was needed. Mr. Fritsinger stated the Resolution does not discuss repairs, and this issue will have to be discussed with the County. D. Preliminary Gateway Business District Improvements, Feasibility Report Discussion Mr. Kevin Ringwald, Community Development Director, showed an overhead slide of the Gateway Business District, explaining that Phase I was currently under construction, and Phase II, III, and IV will come before the Planning Commission for discussion on June 18, 1997. The scope of the feasibility report is for roads and utilities required south of the Indykiewicz parcel and west of the Vaughn parcel. Mayor Probst inquired if the road and utilities servicing the Vaughn parcel were satisfactory. Mr. Ringwald stated this parcel would be evaluated at a future date, given the existing tower on the property. Mayor Probst suggested checking the implications regarding utilities for the entire district. . Mr. Greg Stonehouse, came before the Council to explain the Preliminary Feasibility Study. He reviewed the cost of the study and a schedule of the proposed project. Mr. Stonehouse showed an overhead slide of the sewer lines, and one of the water mains. He gave a general overview of the work to be completed, including locations where sewer and water pipes would need replacement, and where storm sewers would need to be added. He also discussed drainage, roadway improvements, and trails and sidewalks in the area. He discussed an NSP easement and a U.S. Pipeline easement in the area and how these easements would be handled. Mr. Stonehouse discussed project costs as broken down into stages, and showed a project schedule. The final plan will be presented to City Council on May 27,1997. Mayor Probst inquired regarding the schedule of reconstruction as it pertains to the bridge. Mr. Pritsinger indicated the bridge was scheduled for reconstruction in 1999. Mr. Fritsinger also indicated the Feasibility Study will be studied further by the City and staff to address remaining questions and concerns. He indicated the developer had also expressed interest in constructing the road for the City. Mayor Probst inquired what type of street was planned, and indicated his preference for a boulevard design to allow for more flexibility and aesthetics. He inquired how the Highway 96 project and this project would be coordinated. Mr. Fritsinger indicated a meeting was scheduled .