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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL APRIL 28, 2008 John Grant pointed out that the urban section previously proposed was proposed to be assessed at only about $1,000 higher for his property. Grant stated that for an additional $1,000 he would prefer to have concrete curb and gutter. He asked if the urban section could be constructed at a 24 -foot width, fitting the street in to existing conditions so as not to impact trees. Grant noted that not only will the street last longer, but drainage will be improved as well. The City Engineer indicated that the big difference from the urban section proposed in January has to do with street alignment which involved shifting the road to the west as well as the 28 -foot pavement width. The City Administrator noted that the proposal was to straighten and shift the road within the right -of -way to the west somewhat to provide for snow storage on the east side. The City Engineer noted the staking that was done in January to reflect the proposed improvement at that time. However, there was some confusion whether the street was staked based on a 24 or 28 -foot pavement width. The City Engineer stated that he would have to verify the figure. The Administrator asked if the western pavement edge in front of the Zoch property was held, how much room would there be in the east right-of- way for snow storage and utilities. The Engineer estimated between three and four feet. Blesener suggested that the western pavement edge adjacent to the Zoch property be held at its current point and that the pavement width be 24 -feet in this area. This will result in the trees being saved and negate the need to move power poles. Blesener suggested that wider pavement widths may be a possibility along the rest of the street. The Engineer noted that a standard 24 -foot pavement width will result in a widening of some areas of the street given portions are only 21 -feet in width. In some cases adding 3 or 4 feet of width to the west will result in power poles having to be moved. Grant pointed out that moving power poles will impact trees; therefore, it was his position that the power lines should be buried. Grant also stated that the staking the Engineer did was for a 28 foot pavement width so that the neighbors could see the worst -case scenario. Nancy Walstead, Yorkton Ridge, stated that her concern was with visibility at the Burke Lane intersection. It was noted that this portion of the road is not proposed to be improved at this time. The Public Works Superintendent indicated that he will look at the intersection and determine if there are improvements, such as signage, tree trimming, etc., that could be made. 4 11