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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION - SEPTEMBER 15, 2008 3 Councilmember Holmes explained this proposal would be more helpful if written in terms of short term goals versus long term goals. She indicated the Council has to address issues with Holiday Inn, Arden Plaza and the Arden Pharmacy. Mr. Weber stated he felt the proposal did address both short and long term goals for this property. He stated the owner of the Arden Pharmacy was on the committee and understands that changes are proposed for his building. Mr. Weber informed the Council that the owners of Arden Plaza and the TCF Bank building are in active negotiations as we speak for Arden Plaza to acquire the neighboring property. He indicated this would allow the driveway to be moved to the west. Mr. Weber explained there may be some traffic confusion until this matter gets resolved, but that it would be short term. Councilmember McClung questioned if the street improvements to County Road E were wise considering the fact there was no further development to the north or south side. Mr . Weber stated development will occur and that he felt the road improvements should occur regardless. He added that County Road E was a highway that currently does not support land development. Community Development Director Lehnhoff stated if Walgreens were to approach the City again, the information gathered for this summary could be used and would assist in a design plan for the building and layout. Councilmember Holden asked ifWalgreens would be a draw at this property. Mre Weber stated he feels Walgreens would bring in a lot more traffic than the current uses and that the property owner agrees. Discussion ensued regarding the traffic flow in and out of this property without the improvements to County Road E. Councilmember Holden questioned the impact of the proposed landscaped median at the western edge of the property, particularly for accessing Brausen's Service Station.