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I I. I I I I I I I Ie I I I I I I I Ie I ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - JANUARY 8. 1996 7 Mayor Probst indicated the presence of a grade separation bridge over Highway 10 would have a signilicant impact on the community and he is not in favor of an overpass in the design requirements. Futhermore, Staff should investigate with Ramsey County the possibility of relocating the by-pass traffic off of Highway 10 and back onto Interstate 35W to preclude the need for the overpass. Councilmember Aplikowski questioned if the road will be four lanes through the entire reconstruction length. Mr. Stafford indicated the road will be four lanes throughout. Council member Aplikowski questioned if trails will be incorporated on both sides ofthe segments. Mr. Stafford indicated North Oaks preferred trails to sidewalks, but a linal decision has not been made. Councilmember Aplikowski indicated she would prefer a wider trail to sidewalks. Councilmember Aplikowski questioned if the intersection connection from Arden Manor to Round Lake Road will be changed. Mr. Stafford indicated the intersection will be changed as part of the plan. Councilmember Aplikowski questioned who will be responsible for the cost of the intersection change. Mr. Stafford indicated an application has been sent to the County to fund this cost, but indicated the City may be responsible for a portion. Councilmember Aplikowski expressed concern of being able to meet the costs incurred if they are understated. Kevin Ringwald, Community Development Director, suggested adding a clause to Condition #11 of Resolution No. 96-06 stating the costs will be the County's responsibility. Mayor Probst indicated the target date of final design plans by February 15, 1996 is not realistic. Mr. Ringwald indicated the Staff has discussed with the County expediting plans for this portion of Highway 96 due to development interest in the Gateway Business District. Mr. Ringwald suggested inserting the phrase"preliminary plans" in place of "final design plans" in Item #8 of proposed Resolution #96-06. Mr. Stafford informed the Council the County will be available to meet within the next two weeks before determining final plans and cost responsibilities. Mayor Probst agreed that a meeting should be held. Councilmember Malone questioned if the additional lighting cost to be paid for by the County is for installation and the electrical costs of operating the lights. Mr. Stafford indicated it was for installation only. Councilmember Malone indicated operational costs in addition to installation costs, should be evaluated when considering this item.