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City Council Meeting Minutes November 18, 2014 Page 7 of 16 • Option C1 — A simpler, cleaner version of Option C. • Option D — A variation of Option C with a more contemporary feel. Corten Steel Bridge Rail w /Bicycle Rail on Top, Field Stone Multi- Colored Stained Formliner. Public Works Director Kowar asked Ms. Meier to address the red color guard railing. Ms. Meier explained it is a rust color and would not require frequent maintenance. The color lends itself to natural color in rural areas. COUNCIL QUESTIONS Council member Loo inquired whether this red is the same color on the new McCaslin Underpass. Council member Keany explained Corten steel is the same rust color used in the Xcel Power poles. Ms. Meier stated Corten steel is often used for pre- fabricated pedestrian bridges because it does not require a lot of maintenance. Council member Stolzmann addressed the time schedule and stated her interest is in getting the bridge done correctly, but as quickly as possible. She requested a staff explanation of the schedule from January to August. Public Works Director Kowar explained in January they plan for the approval of the 30% completion. He explained it is a long schedule because the design team must complete 30 %, 60 %, 90% and to 100% plans with CDOT approval levels along the way. If this was a design and build process there would be a much faster timeline. Unfortunately through the CDOT process there is a lot of time added to ensure there is federal funding and built to the standards CDOT will approve to continue to maintain the roadway in the future. Staff has talked with CDOT and once Louisville has determined what bridge they want, there can be discussions on how to expedite their normal review processes. Staff is waiting for Council approval. Council member Stolzmann summarized this is a bad scenario, but hopefully the City will be able, with their partners, to make the process better. Public Works Director Kowar suggested rephrasing that this is the best scenario with the current information. Planning and Building Safety Director Russ provided a description from a planning perspective and the Comprehensive Plan. The Planning Department feels this is the best entry into the City or any City in the County. It is the first chance to break away from suburban Denver, via the Northwest Parkway, into a rural area. From 95th Street you have the same views that Boulder has; you then drop down into a wooded area, Coal Creek, the Farm and Old Town Louisville. He stated the bridge is key to this entry. PUBLIC COMMENT Alex Gorsevski, 711 Pine Needle Lane, Louisville, CO favored the Option C -1 design