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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL API2IL 14, 2010 Blesener asked if the recommendation for 28 feet for the majority of Bryan Street was based on the number of homes, traffic safety in the presence of on-street parking, and emergency vehicle access. The City Engineer stated that that was correct. The City Engineer reviewed the proposed reconstruction of Jackson Street noting that it is proposed at 30 feet in width, tapering to 32 feet at the northern end. The existing sidewalk on the east side of the street would be retained, and some sections replaced. There is a storm water pond proposed for the north end of Rondeau Park. The Engineer reported that most of the Jackson Street residents who attended the neighborhood meeting feel the street design fits the area. The City Administrator reported that a 28 foot wide residential street was the City's minimum standard set in the early 1990's as part of the adoption of the Assessment Policy, while 30 to 32 feet was the typical width at that time. The Administrator pointed out that there was significant debate on this issue. The Administrator also noted that when Lake Street was reconstructed, there was a significant push by one property owner for a narrow width, but the consensus of the Council was fora 28 foot minimum based on public safety concerns. The Administrator reported that with the exception of Boss Road and Condit Street, there has been no change to the 28 foot width minimum. Mary Ann Schnieder, 2870 .Tackson Street, asked about the impact to her property. The City Engineer reported that the City will try to save the existing sidewalk in fi•ont of the Schnieder home as well as maintain 4 to 5 feet of boulevard area between the curb and sidewalk. Montour asked about the Parkview Court Homeowners' Association reaction to the revised assessment roll. The City Administrator outlined the changes made which provided fora 75 foot minimum frontage for each townhome along Jackson Street at the residential assessment rate. "fhe change that is proposed reduced the Association's assessment by approximately $10,000. Dick Boss, 57 Bryan Street, appeared before the Council representing the property owners on Bryan Street. Ile noted the petition signed by the property owners request a 24 foot street width with surmountable concrete curb and gutter for the entire length of Bryan Street. Boss felt the Engineer's recommendation for tapering the street from 24 feet to 28 feet and again back to 24 feet would look odd once constructed. He also noted the neighborhood's desire to save a large oak tree along Bryan Srieet, if that is possible. 5