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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - SEPTEMBER 18, 2006 . Councilmember Holden suggested that the proposed transit hub be reduced in size. Councilmember Grant asked if the proposed water way in the vision plan would be considered a stormwater pond. City Administrator Wolfe said that thc pond would be considered an amcnity and a stormwater pond for the proj ect. Councilmember Larson said that the pond feature is an important amenity for the project. It follows the water theme in Arden Hills. Councilmember Grant asked if the water feature IS an amenity that would incrcase property values. Mr. Collin Barr noted that the proposed water feature may be a little too large for the project. Councilmember Larson disagreed with the developer and believes that the ncw water feature is important to the project. Councilmember Holden asked what is thc actual acreage of the TCAAP propelty? . Mr. Barr noted that the proposed project is 585 acres. Councilmember Grant stated that it is important for the construction materials selectcd withstand the test of time. City Administrator Wolfe said that City staff is working on establishing developmcnt standards. Councilmember Grant said that it is important for the project to have a primary business anchor to cstablish the financial viability ofthe development. Mayor Aplikowski asked if the City Council would be in favor of having store level businesses with residential housing on the second floor. Mr. Collin Barr stated that he was not sure if residential housing on the second floor would be a good fit for Arden Hills. Members of the City Council agreed that the size of the transit hub, green space, and access to the proposed athletic fields arc issues that will have to be addressed in the near future. Mr. Barr rccommended that a future meeting with the City Council and staff be scheduled to discuss other project amenitics. . 5