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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL MAY 249 2023 There were no comments from the public. Upon motion by T. Miller, seconded by D. Miller, the public nearing was closed. Ayes (4). Nays (0). Motion adopted. Mayor Fischer referenced the west side of the new garage and asked if that would meet the required setbacks. The Community Development Director confirmed that all setbacks would be met under the request. Mayor Fischer commented that it is clear the existing shed will be taken down and the art studio will not be in the garage. D. Miller introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOL UTION NO. 2023-5-59 —APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (CUP) APPLICATION TO ALLOW ANATTACHED GARAGE WITH TOTAL ACCESSORY STRUCTURES NOT TO EXCEED 1,500 SQUARE FEET LOCATED AT 630 KELLER PARKWAY, PID 052922430007 The foregoing resolution was duly seconded by T. Miller. Ayes (4). Nays (0). Resolution declared adopted. PRESENTATIONS HIGHWAY 36 MULTIMODAL CORRIDOR STUDY PRESENTATION The Public Works Director commented that MnDOT is doing a stud of the Highway 36 corridor and has been in contact with numerous stakeholders to gather input. David Elvin, MnDOT, commented that they are present tonight to gather input on potential projects. He reviewed the approximate eight -mile corridor that travels through multiple communities. He stated that the intent is to help vehicles using Highway 36 as well as helping those that cross the highway. He reviewed the three phased timeline of the study and the study partners involved in the process. He provided a summary of information gained through previous studies as well as through the comprehensive plans of the cities involved. He noted that the intention is to review the needs of all transportation users to create a more interconnected system. He reviewed the safety and crash data for the corridor from 2018 through 2022 along with the existing conditions of the roadway. He also reviewed the existing conditions and spacing of the interchanges and crossings. He noted that nine of the 17 intersections are high risk for people walking and there are only four bike lane crossings in the eight -mile study area. He reviewed the stakeholders that have been involved in this process and some of the themes that have been heard thus far through that input. He noted that upcoming open house and online platforms are being used to solicit input. He welcomed input from the Council and staff. Gutierrez referenced the mention of EZ Pass or carpool lanes and asked the consideration that is given to adding a lane with conditions versus just adding that additional lane. Mr. Elvin replied that there are a lot of factors considered for a managed lane. He stated managed lanes are meant to address 2