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MR-DEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION-JULY 20, 2009 15 Councilmember Grant reiterated the fact that the Council was not in favor of trail signage at this time and that the $15,000 budgeted for 2009 did not have to be expensed. He suggested that the PTRC focus on bench implementation. Councilmember Holmes agreed with this assessment. Mayor Harpstead summarized that based on the Council's discussion that the trail signage be reduced to $5,000 for trail signs to be located at needed locations. Councilmember Holden suggested that the City-wide trail system be posted on the City website for the citizens to view. She felt that plexi-glass signs would need continued maintenance by the City. Mayor Harpstead asked if the Council was in favor of purchasing additional benches for the trail system. Councilmember Holden stated she would be in favor of additional benches as she had numerous requests from residents for benches. Councilmember Grant added that this would be a great Eagle Scout project. Councilmember Holmes noted the entire Elmer L. Andersen Memorial Trail from E2 to Lake Johanna Boulevard did not have one bench. - Park and Recreation Manager Olson noted the PTRC will be reviewing the current park benches in the City in September to suggest new locations. She indicated the PTRC was going to look into a memorial bench giving program. It was the consensus of the City Council to direct staff to come forward with a park bench plan for review at a future meeting. Councilmember Holden questioned if the funds set aside for the CP Rail Bridge was for one or both sides of the trail. Park and Recreation Manager Olson noted this was for one side of the trail and that the idea of expanding the project to include both sides was tabled until official costs for County Road E could be discussed at the same time.