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MINi7TES CITY COUNCIL J1INUARY 25, 1995 Street. Johnson reported that he was concerned for some large trees in the area, and had questions on the effect of the various options on the root systems of those trees. Johnson was also concerned about the appearance of a chain-link fence on top of the wall. The Administrator reported that both the Engineer and Building Inspector have reviewed the Code, and there appears to be no requirement to fence the top of a wall system. However, this would have to be looked at from a safety standpoint. Fahey stated that he would not favor installing a chain-link fence on top of the wall unless Code requires it. Johnson asked about required setbacks for the wall system. The City Planner reported that there is no zoning standard requiring a certain setback for a wall. Johnson again reported that he was concerned about the trees in the area. Fahey pointed out that the existing timbers would be removed, geo grid installed and the keystone wall built. Fahey did not believe much area behind the existing wall would be disturbed. All construction would take place within the City~s right-of-way. The Administrator suggested that he obtain some prices for the two wall options, and a better feel for the design and its impact on the trees. Jack Desai reported that this matter came before Council some time ago, and it was determined that the City owned the wall and should do something about it since it is unsafe. Desai pointed out that the according to the Engineer's estimates there is approximately $5,000 difference in cost of a wall system versus one-to-one slope. There is no code requirement for installation of a fence on top of the wall, so if the cost of a fence is removed, there would be no cost difference between the two options. Desai pointed out that there are 16 property owners present this evening and all support the key stonewall with the exception of the Johnson's. 25