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MINUTES APRIL 26, 19 89 ~ r~. Page 4 be striped for bikers. He questioned the 11 foot boulevard and felt that 4 feet would be just as safe and serviceable, and would save some the present foliage. Mazanec was in favor of putting power lines underground and putting in additional lighting in conjunction with the street project. Baldwin stated that he would like all utilities underground but it is very costly. JIM KUEPPERS, 1717 Hamline, felt the interior streets are much better for walking and people will not go to Hamline to walk. He questioned spending money for a walkway on Hamline. Baldwin informed the residents that another informational - meeting will be held May 9th at 5:30 P. M. to further discuss the proposed Hamline improvements. DISCUSSION - POSSIBLE PURCHASE OF PERMANENT "NO PARKING" SIGNS FOR STATE FAIR Wiessner explained that Public Works Foreman, Vince Wright, has researched the possibility of purchasing permanent "No Parking" signs for State Fair time rather than installing and removing signs each year. This was in response to concerns raised by the City's Workers Compensation insurer, and would also save time and expense. Council discussed the visual impact on the neighborhoods and the possibility of installing permanent ports into which the signs could be placed. Wright stated that he had discussed the ports with Ramsey County Public Works and was informed that there are several problems with this method, i.e., the holes fill up with dirt, posts still need to be affixed to the ground or they will be removed, and the installation is costly. Wright was of the opinion that the residents would get used to the year around signage. Staff was directed to research how other communities address the problem and to explore additional alternatives. DISCUSSION OF PROPOSED RESOLUTION REGARDING 1 FOOT STRIP AT END OF LINDIG ST. Council reviewed the proposed resolution prepared by Attorney Edward Bock which would allow Heinrich Loos, owner of the strip, to deed the land to the City and still assure Mr. Loos of payment upon development of the lot across the street. Following a discussion Council directed Staff to inform Mr. Loos that they would be in favor of adopting the resolution with the following stipulations: 1) Loos would provide the City with an address of record, 2) would agree to a 25 year time limit, and 3) would pay the $800.00 legal and administrative fees up front. 40TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION UPDATE - PARADE ROUTE APPROVED Bush presented an update of the activities planned for the celebration and requested approval of the proposed route for the parade and Fun Run, after which Council approved the same.