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52 January 4, 1978 scheduled. Mr, Bdmp.Rn sal.4.34Nclapet is being considered at this time because it is the main entrance to the Chain -of Lakes Park at this time. The street is to be up- graded from Highway #49 to Centerville Road. There is also the problem of the Spring breakup on that road. Mr. Burman felt that in a few years, when the Park is developed, and the need for an entrance on the Noarth becomes apparent, then County Road #14 will have to be upgraded. Mr. Ruud felt that before County Road #14 is considered, County Road #23 (Highway #8) will have to be done in order to solve some drainage problems. County Road #23 will be financed with State roll back funds. There is also the possibility of County Road #14 becoming a State Highway. Mr. McLean asked, if the shoulders are to be 10' wide and surfaced along Birch Street, may the City tie the bike trails into this and Mr. Burman said, Yes. This is working in other areas quite well. There wa also some discussion of the intersection of Birch Street and Highway #49, with the traffic hazards at that point being pointed out. Mr. Ruud said that intersection would be widened and trun lanes installed. Mr. Ruud said a public hearing will need to be set in order for the people to be informed as to the plans for that street. The County will notify all persons who have property abutting this street. When asked for a tentative timetable, Mr. Ruud said that would depend on the right -of -way acquisition. If things go along in good order, bids could be let some time this summer. He also felt, since this project envolves property owners in the City of Lino Lakes, the public hearing should be held in the City. After some discussion as to publication requirements, Mr. Schneider moved to authorize the use of the City Hall for a public hearing on Birch Street to be held on February 23, 1978 at 8:00 P.M. Mr. Ruud said his people would be here at 7:30 P.M. to set up some displays for the people to look at before the meeting. The motion was seconded by Mr. Kulaszewicz. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. McLean asked Mr. Burman to remain a moment. He said taht at the time a street was proposed into the Park from Main Street, the City was to be notified of the location. The street has been constructed with no communications. Now, the City is the last one to know of the plans for the use of the Hensel home by Jonathan Home for Boys. Mr. McLean felt the line of communications should be opened up. Mr. Burman said the road was built primarily to serve the burning site and that has now be officially closed. He did feel the matter of the Bome for Boys had been handled badly. Mr. McLean said from the information available, there are no plans for the occupants of that facility to operate as maintenance personnel for the Park. This is in direct oposition to the reasons for acquisition. MR. Burman felt that any use such as this should be short term. He asked if the City has any control over the granting of this permit. Mr. McLean's understanding was that the City does not have any control. However, he did feel the people surrounding the area could petition against this use. Mr. Burman said the matter was not handled correctly, the City should have been the first one to be contacted. The general consensus of the Council is that more in- formation is needed from the County on this matter. Mr. Burman said he would contact the County people involved and Mayor Karth and set up a special meeting to discuss this matter.