City Council Minutes 2012 07 02 SP

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City Council Meeting Minutes July 2, 2012 Page 3 of 4 > an urban park type landscape The Council members and Trustees discussed each option and the impacts on safety, pedestrians, buses, bicyclists and traffic. Public preference as well as financial impact was considered on each item. There was discussion concerning whether the visual impact and consistency to the current pedestrian bridge made sense. Trustees and Council members directed staff to pursue; an arch design, landscaping in the medians opposed to on US 36, a midsize barrier height, smaller monuments and wayfinding as long as they clearly identify each town, and lighting options. Any additions to the original budget should be kept under$500,000. Staff was encouraged to look at materials for cost saving and to contact the cities with existing DDI designs for feedback about what was working and what was not. US 36 UNDERPASS AT DAVIDSON MESA Planning Director Russ asked the elected officials to consider the trail improvement of adding an underpass at Davidson Mesa. He stated this connection would complete trail connectivity from Waneka Lake to Marshall Mesa and Eldorado Canyon. During the Phase 2 project, replacement of culverts is occurring and this would be an opportune time to complete this underpass from the Louisville side to Marshall Road. Coordinating with Phase 2 causes it to be a much less expensive endeavor. It was determined the underpass would not connect to land included in the Town of Superior. Superior officials were supportive of the idea and suggested Louisville should continue to pursue financing options with Boulder County. City Manager Fleming commented he and Town Manager Magley, along with the respective Finance Directors, would look at the overall financing for the bridge and underpass to bring back to the elected officials. The officials asked the items be considered separately when looking at financing options. OTHER ITEMS Planning Director Russ reviewed Phasing — RFP terminology— • Base Case — enhancements committed to in Phase 2 • Enhanced Option — considered an add-on to Phase 2 • Not included —the enhancement is not considered a part of Phase 2 He thanked Felsburg Holt and Ullevig for their commitment and great work on this project.