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MINiJTES CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 8, 1995 AUSTRALIAN/ The City Administrator reported that he has a meeting BLUWOOD scheduled for Friday with Mr. Tima as well as Mr. and RIGIiT-OF-WAY Mrs. Magnuson to discuss right-of-way issues with UPDATE reqard to a cul-de-sac at the end of Australian Avenue. Fahey stated that it was his feeling that taking all of the right-of-way for the Australian cul-de-sac from the Morelan property even with a variance for house placement was a substantial impact on that property. Fahey felt that, at a minimum, the Morelan property should not be in a worse position than it is now. Taking all of the right-of-way from that one property and then requiring compliance with setbacks would have a substantial impact on the lot. The City Administrator reported that vacation of the Jackson 5treet right-of-way would not help the front yard setback for the Morelan property. The Administrator felt there appears to be workable solutions to taking all of the right-of-way from the Morelan property. CALL FOR WORKSHOP TO DISCUSS RICE STREET/ LITTLE CANADA ROAD REDEVELOPMENT Pedersen felt it possible to fit a standard-sized house on the Morelan property even with the taking of the right-of-way from that lot. The Administrator agreed, but pointed out that the right-of-way would limit the flexibility in the style of house which could be built. The Administrator reported that the door has not been closed to that option, but felt the City owed it to the Morelan's to consider other options as well. The Administrator reported that he would meet with the other property owners mentioned earlier and report back to the Council at the next meeting. The Council discussed the need to have a workshop to discuss redevelopment potential in the Rice Street/ Little Canada Road area. The Administrator suggested that he have the City Planner and Fiscal Advisor attend the workshop. Mr. LaValle introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: 10