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vehicle transportation and instead use the services along this "downtown area". Highway 10 is a very intimidating obstacle for senior citizens regarding pedestrian crossing. A bridge would be greatly appreciated. (See the letter of recommendation from Wildwood Manor. ) Scotland Green Apartment Complex is a large apartment complex which houses approximately 630 people of which 157 are youth and 94 are senior citizens. This large complex is located on the corner of Long Lake Road and County Road H-2 , only a 1/2 block distance to Highway 10. This group of residents are high users of the "downtown" services and are within short walking distance. City Hall and City Hall Park is located near the corner of Long Lake Road and Highway 10. Many activities and services are offered at City Hall Complex including the park activities, picnics, baligames, playground, sand court volleyball, soccer, softball, etc. "Festival in the Park" the annual community celebration is held at City Hall Park. In conclusion, the intersection of Highway 10 and Long Lake Road is an important connection to most city services and facilities. There is a great need for a safe pedestrain / bicyclist passage across Highway 10. Map of area: See attached Population of the area served: 12 ,500 Employment density of the area served: 10 according to TAZ reports including TAZ 1021 at . 47, 1022 at 2 . 39, 1023 at 1. 43 , 1024 at 3 . 33 , and 1025 at 2 . 38 . Student enrollment for schools served: 3 , 350 Retail square footage of area served: 3 ,250 ftoffrontage 2 . Interface with other modes. Bus routes: Both the Minneapolis and St. Paul MTC buslines have routes near the Highway 10, Long Lake Road areas. Bus riders would most likely use the bridge crossing if walking to a bus stop which is located on the opposite