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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION - OCTOBER 13, 2008 8 a 10 foot bituminous trail on one side, eight foot sidewalk on the other, with a 1 0 foot grass boulevard with trees. He indicated County Road H would have three lanes of traffic in each direction with a left nand turn lane. Councilmember Grant stated he would be in favor of concrete sidewalks on both sides of County Road H because this was the entryway into the development. Councilmember Holmes stated this may be a concern due to the fact bikes were not allowed on sidewalks or in the streets. Mayor Harpstead indicated the PTRC wanted this area to accommodate bicycles, rollerblading and strollers. He explained however, that he was in favor of concrete sidewalks along County Road H because it was a major entryway and that residential areas would have bituminous. Mr. Whitlock noted the Council could further discuss the trails and sidewalks at the October 15th work session. Mayor Harpstead explained he would like as many power lines buried as possible in this area. Ms. McJilton noted this comment but stated other factors may make this impossible and that wires would have to go over the creek. She indicated where it can be done, the wires will be buried. Further discussion was held regarding monument signs, their location and the price range for the development. Councilmember McClung stated he would be In favor of a brick and stone monument style sign used if the budget allowed. Mr. Whitlock then reviewed the layout and proposed design for the primary parkway. He stated this roadway ran between commercial and higher density housing. Mr. Whitlock ran through the specs for the number of lanes, boulevard size, etc. Councilmember McClung stated he was very concerned about the look and feel of this intersection. He noted there would be a great deal of traffic flowing into the development off Highway 96 through this intersection.