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COUNCIL MINUTES FEBRUARY 23, 1998 utility extensions will be necessary to serve the municipal center area, and will precede building construction in order to allow access to the site. Mr. Ahrens provided the following proposed schedule for the phase 2 Town Center Parkway construction: Advertise to receive bids Receive Bids Award Contract Preconstruction Meeting Utility Construction Begins Street Construction Begins Estimated Construction Completion February 25, 1998 March 27, 1998 April 13, 1998 April 20, 1998 April 27, 1998 June 1, 1998 August 1, 1998 Mayor Sullivan expressed Council's concern that a 26 -foot roadway would be too narrow to accommodate projected traffic. Mr. Ahrens indicated that he had discussed this matter with Chief Pecchia who, after consulting the fire chief, advised that the proposed roadway would be adequate in width so long as parking is prohibited. Mr. Ahrens added that driveway areas might require additional width, making return curves critical to the design. Mayor Sullivan also requested clarification that there would be adequate snow storage, to which Mr. Ahrens responded in the affirmative. Council Member Lyden expressed concern that the proposed roadway is not representative of a typical "parkway", in that there is not sufficient green space, asking why a median cannot be included. Mr. Ahrens indicated that such a design issue could be accommodated. Mr. Wessel addressed Council, pointing out that plantings are proposed for the entry to the civic complex. He added that there has been considerable discussion regarding overall landscaping, and that the proposed roadway design was the result of that effort. Council Member Neal asked about the proposed bandstand, asking if there would be adequate parking for that structure. Mr. Wessel referred to a design rendering, pointing out the bandstand as well as the locations for parking. Council Member Bergeson pointed out that the City's public works departments are generally opposed to roadways that contain medians and similar design issues, as they create obstructions to efficient maintenance such as the plowing of snow. Council Member Neal expressed concern that citizens who find inadequate parking will park along the roadway. Mr. Wessel indicated that parking prohibition must be enforced. Council Member Neal reminded the group of the need for senior citizen availability, and Mr. Wessel pointed out accesses. Mr. Wessel added his appreciation for Council's input, and additional suggestions will be considered for enhanced accessibility to the bandstand and other areas of particular interest to senior citizens. 14