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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 22, 1995 right-of-way will bring it up to the existing 40 foot right-of-way for Australian Avenue which will feed into Jackson Street. Fahey suggested that the matter be tabled for two weeks to give the City Attorney an opportunity to investigate whether a 4/5ths vote or simple majority vote of the Council is required. Fahey stated that it was his understandinq that City Code requires a minimum 50 foot right-of-way for residential streets. Scalze replied that that was correct, but pointed out the discussion of 30 feet for Gilanderi and the existing 40 foot Australian right-of-way. Scalze did not believe 40 feet for Jackson Street appeared to be out-of-line. Scalze felt that was more fair than condemning property for a cul-de-sac. Scalze again pointed out that the property owners in the area were aware of the Jackson Street right-of-way when they purchased their properties. Fahey pointed out that if the area were to be developed today, it would be laid out with two cul-de-sacs rather than a connecting street. Scalze pointed out the development of Aspen Circle and Costa Lane with connecting streets. LaValle suggested that the matter be referred to the City Attorney for comment. Fahey asked if the option of taking the cul-de-sac easement from the Morelan property was open. The Administrator reported that the Morelan's are reluctant about that option given limitations on placing a home on the property should the lot be subdivided. Steve Morelan, addressing the Council as a property owner from the area, reported that he is reluctant to accept that proposal because of the impact on his buildable lot. Morelan indicated that while the road improvement has less impact on the buildable portion of his property, he does have large concerns about the roadway. Fahey pointed out that a lot of staff time has been 25