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Initial goals <br /> As PHS begins to evaluate the impact of redevelopment we have set several initial <br /> goals. PHS desires to improve the natural environment on campus by increasing the <br /> setback of the majority of buildings from the lakeshore; increasing setback to neighbors <br /> and exposing less building face to their view; creating of more green space between the <br /> shoreline and buildings providing better protection of the lakeshore; matching or <br /> decreasing the amount of impervious surface on the site; creating an outdoor environment <br /> that invites residents to engage nature with ponds,walking paths, resting spots near <br /> themed garden areas and exploring the use of green energy like geothermal for heating <br /> and cooling of buildings. <br /> PHS also desires to work with the City of Arden Hills and the Ramsey County <br /> Library Board to provide a new home for the library which we feel will integrate well <br /> into campus. Having property on two corners of the intersection of County Road D and <br /> Lake Johanna Boulevard give us the opportunity to create a"gateway"to Arden Hills as <br /> the public enters the City at that intersection. This intersection also provides the <br /> opportunity to create through hardscaping and landscaping site lines into the campus and <br /> library that create a sense of community. We will explore these goals and others with the <br /> neighborhood and the City as we move toward submittal of a formal application. At this <br /> time we have prepared a vision of how the Library would be integrated into the site. <br /> The new library would be situated to take full advantage of lake views, curving <br /> along the existing bowl-shaped terrain in order to limit the impact on the site and on <br /> adjacent neighbors. Visible from the intersection of Lake Johanna Boulevard and County - <br /> Road D as well as further north on Lake Johanna is the main entrance to the new facility. <br /> The proposed library is located at the main entrance, directly accessible from an entry <br /> court via the vestibule. An architectural element will act as a visual focal point on <br /> the exterior and incorporates the library's identification signag e, drawingattention <br /> from a distance. A library delivery entrance and book drop are also included off the main <br /> entrance drive convenient to the library storage and processing space. On the interior,the <br /> 6,600 square foot space maintains views to the exterior on three sides and adjoins a cafe <br /> common to the main lobby. Birthday party/rental rooms are accessible to library patrons <br /> as well as senior residents. Every effort has been made to make the library an integral <br /> part of this new campus and in the lives of Arden Hills residents. <br /> Page 2 <br />