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. . .- . . . . . . ., . . . . . . . .e . ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - JANUARY 29.1996 3 indicated, until core samples are taken, no decision can be made. He continued the cost of the overlay is less than the cost of replacement, and the overlay would be sufficient, Greg Smith, 1644 Oak Avenue, offered his agreement with Mr. Warkentin's comments and added the cul-de-sac island aids in public safety as it decreases speed oftraftic and should not be removed. He continued that he previously lived in Vadnais Heights and Brooklyn Park, and felt that Oak Avenue was unique and gave a rural feeling in a metropolitan area, Gloria Kuehn II, 3581 Ridgewood Road, commented that drainage correction is needed, as they are inundated with water each time there is a heavy rainfall. She indicated she did not support the overlay of Ridgewood Court at this time until drainage issues can be addressed, Mayor Probst indicated Ridgewood Court was pulled from the 1995 plan because of these drainage issues. Mr. Stonehouse indicated any improvements for Ridgewood Court would also contain solutions to the drainage issues as well. Bev and Max Stoutenberg, 1435 County Road E, indicated they are 29 year residents and agree with the comments of Mr. Warkentin. Dale Schrader, 1636 Oak Avenue, endorsed what Mr. Warkentin said, and added that reconstruction would cause a transportation burden for his handicapped sister-in-law, Kathy Burnett, 3631 Pascal Avenue, stated she was accustomed to a narrower road, and stated there is little traffic on her road, She indicated drainage problems are an issue as well, as the roadway is heaving and has large cracks, She continued that trees along Pascal A venue may be pre-Civil War trees and would be a loss to the City if damaged during reconstruction, Brian and Jamie Hecht, 1620 Oak Avenue, agreed with Mr. Warkentin's comments, and inquired how the changes would affect utilities, Mayor Probst responded if changes to utilities are needed they would be done at the time of construction, at no cost to the home owner. He continued that utility companies use reconstruction as an opportunity to update gas, electric and cable lines. Mr. Hecht indicated he has had previous problems with sewer back-up, Mayor Probst indicated if a repair is needed, evaluation will be made prior to street reconstruction, Don Erickson, 1611 Oak Avenue, indicated he agrees with the previous comments made, and stated an overlay would be sufficient, as his lot is 300 feet long. Colleen Paulus, 1462 Arden Oaks Drive, indicated there are storm drainage problems and supported the curb and gutter plans for the reconstruction of Pascal Avenue. She stated at times she has had four to six inches of water in her backyard.