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building on it. He also stated that, as part of this project, the Oasis Market gas station would be eliminated. He stated that the owners are willing sellers and have been looking to leave the area for a while. ➢ There were concerns raised about the traffic at the intersection of Minnesota and the realigned aViking. Mr. Elfering stated that there were no plans at this time for a traffic light at that intersection but a stop sign would more than likely be used. He went on to say that he would talk to Ramsey County Public Works about changing the timing of the signal at Rice and Minnesota to allow for more cars to pass from Minnesota. ➢ It was asked if the realignment proposed was included in the assessment figures. Mr. Elfering stated that it was and that the price discussed includes all costs. He stated that the cost of the realignment would not affect the price of other work performed on Viking. ➢ There was a question on the entrances to McDonald's. Some of those present felt that no entrances on the east side of Rice St. would create problems on Viking Dr. ➢ There was a comment in favor of the project due to the probability of it eliminating safety concerns along the current roadway. ➢ It was asked if the Highway 36 westbound exit ramp to Rice St. would be closed. Mr. Elfering responded that it would not be closed as part of this project. ➢ There was a question of access during construction. Mr. Efering and the City Administrator discussed access issues and pointed out that access will always be available unless the contractor is performing utility work in front of a driveway. There may be other minor delays as well. The City Administrator also mentioned that because there is access doesn't mean that there won't be any inconveniences. He mentioned potential problems such as weather and the contractor, which both can cause serious problems. ➢ There was a question on why there is curb proposed on the north side of Viking but not on the south side. Mr. Elfering responded that his intention was to replace the existing curb on the north side with concrete curb and to serve Nature Way with concrete curb and gutter and storm sewer. He stated that the reason for no proposed curb on the south side is to allow water to drain into the Highway 36 drainage ditch as it does now. ➢ Mr. Elfering asked those present if a 30 -foot wide road was ok. He stated that there would be two 12 -foot lanes with a three -foot shoulder on each side. Those present indicated that this seemed acceptable.