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PARKS, TRAILS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES November 25, 2008 Page 4of5 Ms. Olson explained that the next step would be to present the Council with the feasibility study for informational purposes and that the PTRC would get additional information in the near future when a recommendation can be made. Councilmember Holden questioned if the railroad had been contacted about the trail corridor and if they had a preference. Mr. Winter indicated they were willing to look at the design and see how it would impact the bridge. 6. CITY COUNCIL UPDATE—Fran Holmes Ms. Holmes reviewed the past Council meetings noting the B2 district guiding plan was approved b the Council on October 27th. She stated this would affect the "downtown" Arden pp y Hills area from Snelling to Lexington. Ms. Holmes explained design standards have since been approved as well for this area. Ms. Holmes reported that the Burger King would be turned into — an Arby's as well. Ms. Holmes stated that on December 6th the Council would be holding a goal setting retreat to g g create an upcoming work list for 2009 along with reviewing the goals passed on by each Commission and Committee for the City. Ms. Holmes stated on November 17th a work session meeting was held to discuss the 2009 budget. Ms. Holmes reported that at the November 19th TCAAP was discussed to set a budget for the p g large green space, which will be forwarded to this Committee for further discussion and recommendations. Ms. Holmes stated the PTRC currently has eight members but that the Council would be discussing the option of having more members on this Committee because there is a growing interest. She indicated this group may be increased the 10-12 members. Councilmember Holden added that the McDonald's was going to be demolished and rebuilt in the spring of 2009. She stated the Council has not received a design plan to date. 7. PARKS, TRAILS AND RECRAETION UPDATE —Michelle Olson Ms. Olson indicated a Valentine Park drainage study was being conducted by WSB. She noted a neighborhood meeting will be held on December 11 th at City Hall to discuss the concerns with g g y Valentine Park to address the drainage concerns. Ms. Olson explained the safe routes to school and DNR trails were being worked on and that the wetland delineation was completed. She stated the costs are being examined and plans and specifications are being prepared for Safe Routes to School. Ms. Olson stated she hopes to have a presentation to City Council by February of 2009 and out to bid by March with the trail constructed before September.