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The was a lengthy discussion regarding the shifting of the road to the west in order to fit the sidewalk within the right-of-way on the east side since the existing bituminous trail and parks are on the east side. Mr. Elfering should a rough drawing highlighting proposed shiting of the road at various locations along Centerville. The south end of the road would be shifted more than the north end. The very rough guess at this point is anywhere from 3 -to -10 feet depending on the area. A resident asked about leaving the road in place and purchasing easement on the east side for the sidewalk. Mr. Elfering stated that he would analyze all options but the preferred option is to keep everything within the existing right-of-way. It was noted that there were some steep driveways on the west side and shifting the road would make them even steeper. Mr. Elfering commented that he would mitigate this by potentially raising the road in those areas or grading further up into the affected properties to soften the slope. Y The width of the street was discussed. Mr. Elfering stated that the street would County State Aid standards for a road of this type. The existing width varies but is generally 28-30' wide. The standards also do not allow parking on either side of the street. Y Mr. Proulx commented that a 6'houlevard and 6' sidewalk would result in the sidewalk being right through the front porch of the house he owns at 2844 Centerville. Mr. Elfering explained that the sidewalk would be a foot or two off of the right-of-way line so it would not go through the porch. Y There was a question on whether or not the 6 -foot boulevard was required between the road and sidewalk. Mr. Elfering responded that it is not required but the City prefers it for pedestrian safety concerns as well as to help with snow removal operations. ➢ There was a lengthy discussion regarding the proposed sidewalk. Some property owners did not feel it was necessary and felt that it was being put in for the apartment complex on Labore Road. The City Administrator explained that the sidewalk was part of the Parks Commission Master Trail Plan and they believe that many people will utilize the sidewalk, apartment renters included. It was asked if staff would be recommending the sidewalk and the City Administrator responded that staff would be recommending the sidewalk. A resident suggested a walking/biking path be added to the edge of the road in lieu of a sidewalk. Mr. Elfering explained that it is much safer for pedestrians to be on a sidewalk off of the road and that avid bikers would have a three foot striped shoulder adjacent to the road on which to bike. It was then explained that the cost of the sidewalk would not affect the assessment. Y A resident asked about rain gardens and Mr. Elfering explained how rain gardens work, where they can be located, how they are planted, what maintenance is necessary, and the fact that only volunteers typically receive rain gardens. He also mentioned that the City would be looking at potential infiltration areas in Spooner Park and Pioneer Park. 12