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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - MAY 26 1998 4 in place. The next six units beyond that have the greater impact due to the new entrance to the park.and shift in Highway 96 to the north. Mr. Tolaas stated there will be relocation costs . involved and final design and right-of-way plans would be completed as soon as possible. Once right-of-way funding is received they can begin working with property owners. Marilyn Hahn, Arden Manor Mobile Home Park, asked why it is necessary to move the entrance. She noted the current entrance is only one block from the park office but the new entrance will be farther from the park office. Mr. Tolaas pointed out the two entrance points (to the north and to the south of Highway 96) would be staggered if the current entrance remained. They are proposing to relocate the entrance of Arden Manor Mobile Home Park so it aligns with the entrance point to the south. Ms. Hahn asked if traffic signals will be provided. Mr. Tolaas stated he believes the City would push for the placement of a traffic signal at the location of the new entrance. He noted a turn lane will be provided to assure safety of vehicles. Ms. Hahn asked how much the road widening will impact her lot. Mr. Tolaas explained they are widening to the south somewhat but there is a considerable shift of about 30 feet on the north side. He explained the ditch area will be filled. Ms. Hahn asked if they will be able to turn left onto Highway 96 and use Old Snelling to gain access to southbound Highway 10, Mr. Tolaas stated this is correct and that connection will remain since the Highways to and 96 intersection will no longer be at grade. . Ms. Hahn asked how they will gain access to Arden Manor Mobile Home Park if northbound on Highway 10. Mr. Tolaas noted vehicles could exit 1-694 at Hamline Avenue to gain access to westbound Highway 96. In response to Mayor Probst, Mr. Tolaas advised City approval is required to proceed with this project. Jim Johnson, representing North Heights Lutheran Church, stated they have definite concerns about the access to eastbound Highway 96 from northbound Highway 10. He advised of the number of events which are held at this facility and the addition of a family life campus and the future auditorium expansion to at least 5,000 seats. He stated this access route is a significant issue and he would like the opportunity to talk in more depth about this with MnlDOT, the County, and City Staff. Mr. Johnson concurred their events do not coincide with rush hours but there will still be significant traffic entering and exiting this site and will need to be addressed. Mayor Probst inquired regarding a timetable for the City's response. Mr. Tolaas stated if Arden Hills is supportive, he will contact New Brighton to request a meeting with their Council. Mr. Tolaas stated they would like to start with final plan preparation and to draft the right-of-way plan. Mayor Probst asked if the County notified residents and property owners. Mr. Tolaas reviewed . the area of properties which were notified and advised he has only had brief discussion with the Army regarding the release of property for the ramp to northbound Highway 10 from westbound Highway 96.