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COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 24, 1997 11111 Resolution No. 97 - 25 can be found at the end of these minutes. • Consideration of Resolution No. 97 - 32, Order Preparation of Report on Improvements, Ware Road Reconstruction Project (4/5th Vote) - Mr. Ahrens explained that Resolution No. 97 - 32 orders the preparation of a feasibility study to investigate the reconstruction of Ware Road. The study will consider utility concerns, wetland impacts, road section and other issues related to reconstructing Ware Road. He stated it is planned to involve the public as much as practical during the preparation of the report through neighborhood meetings and public hearings. Council Member Kuether asked if the preliminary schedule is part of the resolution. Mr. Ahrens replied that it is not. Council Member Bergeson asked regarding the 4/5th vote. Mr. Hawkins stated it takes 4/5th vote to order the improvements, but at this point it only requires a majority vote (3/5th) for the preparation of a feasibility study. Council Member Kuether moved to adopt Resolution No. 97 - 32. Council Member Lyden seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Resolution No. 97 - 32 can be found at the end of these minutes. Consideration of Resolution No. 97 - 33, Order Preparation of Report on Improvements, Lakes Addition Street Reconstruction Project (4/5th Vote) - Mr. Ahrens stated that based on the last work session, it is his understanding that Council would prefer to address the letter to the Charter Commission prior to discussing this resolution. He recommended that this be tabled until a response from the Charter is given in regards to the letter. Council Member Kuether asked if there is enough time to wait. Mr. Ahrens answered yes. Council Member Kuether moved to table Resolution No. 97 - 33. Council Member Neal seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Consideration of Resolution No. 97 - 34, Request Anoka County to Change "No Parking" limits on Main Street - Mr. Ahrens explained that Resolution No. 97 -34 requests Anoka County to change the No Parking zone along Main Street between Aenon Place and Lake Drive. Currently, parking is restricted from the school entrance to the west property line of Miller's on Main. The request to Anoka County will restrict parking from the school entrance to the east end of the right turn lane. Mr. Ahrens indicated both the Public Works Department and the Police Department have reviewed this request and indicated support of the change. Council Member Kuether asked how many parking places were gained by this change (the signs were removed approximately one week ago). Mr. Ahrens answered six (6) to seven (7) cars. PAGE 18