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Neighborhood Meeting Minutes Savage Lane (Sextant Avenue to Rose Place) November 14, 2002 — 7:45 p.m. The City Administrator welcomed those present to the neighborhood meeting regarding the reconstruction of Savage Lane from Sextant Avenue to Rose Place. See sign in sheet for those in attendance. The City Administrator introduced himself and other staff present. They were Mr. Lee Elfering of Howard R. Green and the Public Works Director, Greg Schroeder. The City Administrator explained the neighborhood meeting process whereby we will provide the residents with the basic information we have, get their input on the nature of the project, and then decide how to proceed from there. At this point, the City Engineer reviewed his handout material (copy attached) with those present. He explained that since there is an existing curb and gutter along the west side of Savage Lane that is in good condition, the proposed reconstruction project would match in to it. Thus, the new road surface would be at the same elevation as the existing with the addition of concrete curb and gutter being installed along the east side of the street. In addition, we would extend the existing storm sewer to the east curb line to collect storm water there also. The existing ditch area behind the curb would be filled so the properties would drain to the street. He reviewed the assessment policy and explained how the 125 -foot limit applies to large lots that are not dividable. At the conclusion of the Engineers' presentation, we asked for comments and /or questions. The following is a summary of the comments and /or questions asked and the answers provided: • One resident stated that there is a MNDOT storm sewer drain in their back yard that works very well. Would the new curb affect drainage to this system? Staff indicated that the new concrete curb and gutter would essentially be at the same elevation as the existing bituminous curb, therefore this impact should be negligible. • A resident asked about senior deferral of the assessment. Staff indicated the application process is very simple and the entire assessment can be deferred. • A resident asked if we were going to fill the entire ditch area. Staff indicated our goal is to fill the existing ditch area so the slope to the street and provide good drainage as well as be easy to maintain. • What if we wait and not do this project this year? Staff indicated that we would delay this project for at least two years. However, the bituminous pavement especially near East Brooks is becoming very brittle and we are not sure if it will last another two years. In addition, we are also proposing to mill and overlay the northern section of Savage Lane (from Rose Place north to the cul -de -sac). It would make sense to combine these two projects to provide better economy to our residents. • It was brought out that there is very little traffic on this street. Could the section of Savage Lane between Sextant and Demont Avenue be eliminated and cul -de -sacs constructed at the end of East Brooks and Sextant? This was discussed for some time, however the residents present were not in favor of this concept. • It was also brought out that because of the low traffic volume, they are a lot of people who walk their dogs along this section of street. Unfortunately, they do not pick up the dog poop after their dogs relieve themselves. Staff will follow up with the animal control officer. The City Administrator asked for a consensus of those present regarding their interest in this project. It was the general consensus those present that due to the condition of the street they would be willing to have this street reconstructed in 2003. FI: \GregS \ Streets \Savage Lane South Neighborhood Meeting Minutes.doc