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Arden Hills Parks, Trails and Recreation Committee Meetiug Minutes March 23,2004 Page 9 of 10 . Chair Henry asked about north side of lake to west. Committee Member Crassweller stated that there is a path located on the Shoreview side on Lexington. Committee Member Straumann suggested a trail connection from Country Insurance to County Road E. Mr. Moore suggested including this connection in their list of priorities. Chair Henry noted Cleveland A venue from Hazel A venue to County Road D and asked if this was already done. Mr. Moore confirmed and reviewed. Committee Member Straumann stated that it is a part of the Guidant project. Mr. Moore confirmed stating that it would be from Lexington to Highway 96 to Guidant. He stated that it would also include new sidewalks noting that it is scheduled to happen in 2005. Chair Henry asked if there would be any reason to place a trail along County Road F. Mr. Moore confirmed that there would be noting that as a part ofthe Guidant project, Fernwood Avenue would be vacated, which will be done this year. He explained that Femwood Avenue would be covered and become a grass trail through Guidant campus, with gates at each end. He indicated that Guidant has committed to keeping the gates open to allow for traffic along this area. The Committee agreed that this connection should be included as one of the five priorities as it would complete the loop. . Chair Henry asked if there would be a chance to place a trail through the TCAAP area in order to get to Highway 96 and the Rice Creek Trail. Mr. Moore stated that a trail through the TCAAP area would not be possible. Chair Henry asked about Perry Park to the High School. Mr. Moore stated that this area is County property and that Arden Hills has no jurisdiction. Committee Member Crassweller stated that he would like to see a trail to Mounds View included on their list of priorities. He stated that they should make a connection across the swamp to the County library. Committee Member Messerly stated that they did try to do that about a year ago and the County turned them down. Mr. Moore stated that if they develop a partnership with Ramsey County that relationship could help with the trail connections. Chair Henry clarified that this is a list of trails that the PTRC would like to see completed. He noted that the list would also provide them with an opening to begin conversations with the County. He noted that ifthey want to approach the County the Committee should come to the table with more than just an idea. Mr. Moore agreed stating that they could utilize their influence on the Ramsey County Parks Committee with respect to funding and also suggested matching funds as an option. . Committee Member Straumann suggested that they get the underpass completed and then approach the County.