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Mounds View Planning Commission June 7, 2000 Regular Meeting Page 15 automatically result in slower speeds. He advised that this was no longer in discussion, but is in the process of taking place, and the residents should attend these Highway 10 development meetings, as this is where they would have the most significant impact regarding what occurs in the area, in terms of pathways, bikeways, crossings, and light timing. He stated that this would take place as soon as the roadway is turned back to Ramsey County, and it would be approached in steps of 2, 5, 10 and 15 years, however, one of the immediate results would be that any new developments along the Highway would be required to install sidewalks, bike paths, and walkways next to the highway, as well as landscaping and other necessary items. Commissioner Johnson advised that when the road was owned by the Department of Transportation, there was very little the City could do. He explained that they had discussed the construction of bike paths along the highway two years earlier, and MnDOT’s response was that this not be done in the very wide easement on Highway 10, and they would not allow any bike paths to be constructed on the property side of the ditch, however, it appears that Ramsey County has no problem with this. He stated that the City’s hands were tied with MnDOT, however, now that Ramsey County has control of the road, the City is able to proceed with these measures. Commissioner Hegland stated that the addition of entrances and exits along the highway would conflict with the addition of safe bikeways and pathways, in that the increased traffic crossing the roadway would result in reduced safety. He stated that he was not certain how these would fit together. Commissioner Johnson indicated there has already been some reduction in the number of access points of the commercial properties along Highway 10 regardless of whether or not the applicant obtains a right-in right-out access at this time. He stated that there would be 8 acres of frontage along the highway that would not be touched once the City gains control of it, and at present, there are 3.5 acres of developable land on Highway 10, which is quite valuable. He indicated that there could actually be two accesses on the 8 acres of frontage, however, the applicant was currently only requesting one access. Commissioner Thomas requested clarification regarding the physical features of the Culver’s Restaurant. Planning Associate Ericson requested that the applicant bring promotional information regarding the Culver’s Restaurants for the Planning Commission to review at the next meeting. Chairperson Peterson requested an overview of the Culver’s menu. Mr. Cunningham provided the Commission with a copy of the menu, and explained that it consisted primarily of grill items, in addition to soups, salads, and chili. He indicated Culver’s does good business in frozen custard, serving a different flavor daily, as well as frozen shakes and malts. He explained that there is a children’s menu and a kids’ club, and this was a very family oriented restaurant. He stated that there is a Culver’s Restaurant in close proximity to his home, and many senior citizens patronize this restaurant. He indicated Culver’s is known for their extremely clean facilities.