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neighborhood. Another resident asked about the possibility of a three -way stop on Arcade at Westwind Drive to slow traffic down. Staff informed those present that it is not the typical situation where a stop sign would be used and that in fact this type of stop sign can increase speeds by aggravating drivers. A Maplewood resident questioned the 32 foot wide width on Arcade between Keller Parkway and LaBore Road versus a 30 foot width. Little Canada's staff explained it was due to the higher traffic volummes on that section of the roadway. The Maplewood resident felt that Maplewood City Council would listen to his concerns and would limit the roadway width. He indicated that he wants the street to be a residential street and does not see the need for the extensive improvements. Haider stated that minimum standards need to be upheld as this is a MSA street. He further indicated that 32 feet is the standard residential street width in the City of Maplewood. He also acknowledged that their City Council would have to look at this issue. Another resident stated that 4 feet of fill has been added on the lots adjacent to the pond on Arcade Street. They have no backyard because of this dramatic slope. Aichinger explained that those homes are elevated because of the high water table in the area. Little Canada's staff will evaluate the possibility of piping some of this area to allow additional fill thereby reducing the dramatic slopes in this part of the neighborhood. A resident of 3070 Arcade Street stated there is a puddle in front of their driveway that never dries up. The City Engineer said that he would note that and address it accordingly. A Maplewood resident again questioned the use of barrier curb instead of surmountable curb. He stated that barrier curb is more likely to get broken up by plows and also results in more yard damage when the plow jumps the curb. Haider stated that his experience has been that surmountable will typically sustain more damage than barrier curb and also results in more yard damage because it's easier for the plow to jump over it. Another resident stated that two houses on the west side of Arcade south of County Road D have constant yard flooding She questioned the road grade at this point and how drainage would be better accommodated. The City Engineer reviewed the road profiles and stated that the low point of Arcade would be adjacent to the pond area. He also explained the roadway surface will undulate throughout its length to accommodate drainage. The City Engineer explained that if the project moved forward, construction would plan to start in the spring of 1997 and that two months should be allowed to complete the process. It was noted that access will be limited during construction times. Questions on the proposed assessments were raised. The City Administrator explained the benefits received principle and discussed the City's assessment policy in more detail. He also -4- Page 61