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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION - SEPTEMBER 17, 2008 7 Councilmember Holmes asked when the ball fields would be discussed. Mr. Whitlock stated the streets would be discussed first followed by park discussions. Mr. Whitlock indicated trail destinations, connections and movement through TCAAP would need to be discussed by Council. He stated sidewalks and street trees would also need to be determined. Councilmember Holmes questioned if the neighborhoods would be established as associations. Ms. Kvilvang indicated some cities are moving toward this and that this may be determined by the developer. Councilmember Holmes asked if the design guidelines would then be handled by the City or the homeowners association. Ms. K vilvang stated these design guidelines would still be handled at a Council level. Mayor Harpstead noted the design parameters would determine the ultimate pricing structure for the end user. He noted this would drive prices up or hold them down. Mayor Harpstead asked that left hand turns be discussed on the roadways to establish which roadways would use these and which would be right in, right out. Ms. Kvilvang noted this information would be required for the full build out to establish right of way. Mr. Whitlock noted permanent open water and ponds would need to be determined along with the feel of the open spaces. He stated active recreation, ball fields and trail connections would need to be decided as well. Mayor Harpstead stated the water feature would be an important issue and that the ones the Council has visited thus far had very different edges. He asked that this be further discussed at a future meeting, along with a pedestrian bridge, and the expenses associated with this amenity.