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----------- -------- ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - NOVEMBER 10 1997 i~ If I u 6 In response to Mayor Probst, Mr. Erickson explained that this plan does not identify many of fhe I -I intersections. Mayor Probst inquired regarding the exact location of the roadway connection and commented on the need to assure developable sites. Mr. Tolaas stated that this is just a draft and the actual I location can be adjusted. It was noted that the mobile home park intersection will be signalized. Councilmember Hicks noted the proposal with the overpass will impact a lower number of I mobile home units. Mr. Tolaas concurred and stated some of the lots may be redevelopab1e. Mr. Erickson agreed and added that other options like retaining walls can also minimize impact. In response to Councilmember Hicks, Mr. Erickson stated the proposed freeway ramps are I totally within the current right-ot:way. Mr. Tolaas pointed out properties that are currently under public ownership and the option of increasing the right-of-way, if needed. I Councilmember Hicks asked if the interchange will allow quicker movement of cars through the I intersection. Mr. Tolaas answered affirmatively. Mr. Erickson advised that 24th Avenue at the Mall of America is similar to this proposal. Councilmember Malone stated that while he has many questions, he would like to ask the I audience for their input first. Tom Brunmeier, reviewed traffic roufes taken by his employees and their preference to use .. Hamline Avenue. He asked if this proposal will increase traffic onto Hamline Avenue, especially as the GBD is developed. I Mr. Erickson stated they have not forecasted those volumes, but have looked at cars that are using Highway 10. He explained that the numbers using Hamline Avenue now are not very I large, in the range of 40 in the peak hours, or 10% of the peak hour. Lynn Francis, Arden Manor Mobile Home Park, stated since she received the first letter it has I been about one year and they just want a decision on the location of the road so they are no longer in limbo. She explained that they are unable to sell their home right now and they would I like a decision either way. Mr. Tolaas stated the County must have a completed right-of-way plan approved before they can I proceed with acquisition. He stated they can have a relocation person begin working with these residents. Mr. Erickson noted that once an alignment is selected, sufficient construction limits for right-of- I way acquisition can be completed within about one month. Final construction plans would be six to eight months out. I Mr. Tolaas stated the County needs input from the City to determine which alignment to pursue. .. Lisa Pfiffer, Arden Manor Mobile Home Park, asked how many homes will actually be affected. Mr. Tolaas stated that, with the new plan and grade separation, four homes plus one double lot I ----