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If" uommissioner Boerigter arrived at the meeting at this time. Mr. Kreilich advised that some things were being attempted on this facility, including landscaping with sustainable plantings; 100% recyclable materials (i.e., aluminum screening),* and some LED lighting for the ramp. Mr. Kreilich noted that,, while they would be more than willing to use LED lighting everywhere, manufacturer choices in the area were limited at this time in meeting lighting requirements for security purposes. Mr. Kreilich advised that their bid would include an alternate for LED versus standard lighting; and that they were considering as many efficiencies as possible. Mr. Kreilich noted that they had explored geothermal installation; however, given the tight timeline, they didn't feel it was possible in this facility. Mr. Kreilich noted that low-e glass would be used in some areas of the facility; and that a constant 55 degree temperature would be maintained within the ramp year-round. Ms. Erickson advised that it had been Metro Transit's intent to use infiltration on the site to recharge the groundwater- however, she noted %..,, I that the Rice Creek Watershed District would not allow it on this site due to contaminated soils and their requirement for pretreatment stormsewer structures to remove debris and phosphorus before it entered the water system. Commissioner Wozniak expressed his appreciation to the applicant's team for giving "green" features some thought. Further discussion included demolition of the current structure in process by Cent Ventures in advance of construction and potential reutilization of any materials (i.e., crushed concrete),, with the applicant advising that future Cent Ventures' projects may be able to utilize those materials more effectively and efficiently than this project. Commissioner Wozniak advised that the applicants, including Cent Ventures,, notify Ramsey County Environmental health before demolition, as they were now involved in pre-demolition inspections. Commissioner Gottfried requested additional discussion on the project's scope and impact to the area, with current park and ride facilities at Rosedale,, and whether the facilities would complement each other. Mr. Jones advised that the service at Rosedale was two-fold.- a park and ride component that is overflowing, and the bus hub for local to route bus transfers. Mr. Jones opined that it was Metro Transit's intent to continue the bus hub service,, and hopefully the park and ride as an additional site, if Rosedale management was amenable to continuing that service past 2011 by extending the current contract.