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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION - MARCH 16, 2009 13 Councilmember McClung asked about the potential development on the southern half of this site. Mr. Wellington responded that they've had some preliminary discussion with Frattalone's about the possibility of putting in a garden center. Based on Council's concerns about density and traffic, they are currently not planning to proceed with the 10,000 square foot building originally proposed. Also, until the issue of the stoplight is resolved, it doesn't make sense to speculate about additional density. Councilmember McClung stated, "For the foreseeable future, a 10,000 square foot building is probably a no." Mr. Wellington responded, "Correct." Councilmember Holden questioned the grade coming down off of Lexington. Mr. Keely explained that the loading dock is approximately 8 feet below street grade so a good portion of the dock is Mayor Harpstead asked about the access for delivery trucks and garbage trucks to the Walgreen's service area. Mr. Keely assured him that delivery trucks and garbage trucks both will have no difficulty accessing the area. Councilmember McClung expressed concern about the possible types of businesses for building four. Community Development Director Lehnhoff suggested that if the Council members have any questions or concerns about this project they should contact staff members at any time throughout the process. Councilmember Holmes commented that currently there is no agreement for the installation of the stoplight. If the Council is saying that approval of the project is contingent upon an agreement for the stoplight and the developers aren't even close to an agreement, perhaps they shouldn't continue going through the process. Councilmember Grant stated that one possible solution would be to not allow the construction of building four until such time as the stoplight as been installed.