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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION - OCTOBER 27, 2008 3 Councilmember Grant expressed his concern addressing the benefits versus the costs associated with the bridge. He indicated he was surprised at the $5 million price tag and that he would have to review the benefits at this point before proceeding. Councilmember Grant stated Arden Hills was cut up by many roadways and railroads; and that a proper connection would bring the community together and be well travelled. Mayor Harpstead stated he was not interested in this proposal. He felt there was not significant benefit to the City and that the cost was underestimated. Mayor Harpstead indicated there were other ways the City could spend $5 million to benefit its residents. He indicated the idea of a pedestrian trail across TH 1 0 may be revisited at some point in the future. Councilmember Grant agreed asking that this item be filed away and not pursued further. He noted he would be in favor of investigating a pedestrian trail in the future" Councilmember Holmes agreed. Councilmember Holden indicated the Council should be looking at the Round Lake Road business section that only has one entrance and exit. She asked that the Council address that issue. Councilmember McClung explained he was not in support of the bridge over TH 10" Councilmember Grant thanked staff for their efforts In bringing this item forward. It was the consensus of the City Council to not support the bridge over TH 10 connecting Old Highway 10 to North Snelling. B. Office Expansion Proposal City Administrator Moorse presented the City Council with information regarding a proposed office expansion on the second floor of the City Hall building. He noted this has been an issue for quite a while, with funding set aside for the last couple of years. City Administrator Moorse noted a portion of the expansion was done but that the second phase would add three additional offices on the second floor.