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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL JUNE 249 2024 Mayor Fischer recognized that this is a change in ownership, as well as slight grading changes and the addition of a retaining wall which would only improve the flow of water and drainage within the development. T. Miller introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: The foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Kwapick. Ayes (5). Nays (0). Resolution declared adopted. LITTLE CANADA ROAD/COUNTRY DRIVE/35E INTERCHANGE PROJECT SCOPE OF SERVICES The Public Works Director explained that grant funding was secured for the construction portion of this project, which means they need to move forward from the concept phase to the design phase. He stated that Bolton and Menk has put together a proposal that would go through the design phase and through the bidding phase, reviewing the scope of work. He stated that there are funding requests out in support of this phase of the project. Mayor Fischer recognized that this is a daunting process because of all the entities that will be involved in the project. The Public Works Director commented that Ramsey County will contribute a portion of the project costs as well. The City Administrator commented that the City has begun meeting with impacted property owners to discuss right-of-way needs. Kwapick commented that he would want to see the property impacts to Gordie's kept to a minimum. Gutierrez asked if staff have had conversations with Gordy's as they may not be opposed to selling a portion of the property. The City Administrator replied that staff has had a few conversations with the property owner and recognized that property will need to be looked at differently than others. He commented that it is a longstanding business, and the owner understands the need for the project and is respectfully open to going through the process. T. Miller commented on input she received from a neighboring property owner that commented that activity from Gordie's was impacting their property. The City Administrator commented that property owner has been involved in discussions as well, noting that property is not as excited about this project. He also noted that there have been discussions about screening between the two properties. The Public Works Director commented that there has been a substantial amount of erosion on the Gordie's property. He stated that the watershed is aware of the issue and has asked that it be addressed. He noted that would most likely be graded and addressed as part of this project. M