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• • • COUNCIL MINUTES AUGUST 26, 1996 Resolution No. 96 - 97 can be found at the end of these minutes. Status of Centennial Middle School Traffic Light on Lake Drive/Elm Street - Mr. Ahrens explained that OSM has prepared a signal justification report for the traffic light on Lake Drive and Elm Street, which report has been forwarded to MnDOT for review. MnDOT's transportation planner has indicated that seven (7) of the 11 warrants for installation of such a signal light have been met. Only one warrant is required to justify a signal. Mr. Ahrens indicated that the remaining issue is funding. Council Member Kuether requested a copy of the traffic count report. Mr. Ahrens pointed out that through the improvement process cost sharing with the School District was established, with the majority of the cost to be picked up by the District. However, with the turnback of the highway to the County, MnDOT may also be a source of funding for this project. Mr. Ahrens indicated that he will follow up on these issues. MnDOT's approval process is anticipated to be complete by November 1, 1996. Barring unforeseen problems, the signal should be installed prior to the start of school. Council Member Lyden asked about the possibility for a signal at Birch Street/Hwy 49. Mr. Ahrens stated that a signal at that location has been proposed in the past, but MnDOT did not approve that installation. He indicated that he would investigate that possibility again. OLD BUSINESS - None. NEW BUSINESS Consideration of Special Event Application, Beer License Application and Cabaret License Application for Sandbur Days, Circle -Lex Lions Club, Marilyn Anderson - Ms. Anderson explained that Sandbur Days is an annual event held by the Circle -Lex Lions Club at Sunrise Park. This year Sandbur Days will be held the weekend of September 6, 7 and 8. This annual event requires two (2) licenses and one permit. A Special Event permit application for the use of Sunrise Park has been submitted to Marty Asleson, Parks and Recreation Director. The application is complete, the required insurance policy naming the City as additional insured has been received, and the proper fee has been paid. A city park hold harmless agreement has been provided. The applicants are working with the Police Department, the Public Works Department and the Centennial Fire District to coordinate activities. A food license is required from Anoka County, and will be delivered by the County on the first day of the event at the time it makes its inspection. A copy of the food license must be posted in the area where food is sold. The 3.2 Beer License application has been received. This application is complete, the proper fee has been paid, and a certificate of insurance has been received. The Cabaret License application is also complete and the fee has been paid. This license is required to regulate entertainment where on -sale beer is being served. 11