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COUNCIL MINUTES FEBRUARY 23, 1998 significant review, Staff recommends the proposed 32 -foot width for this roadway reconstruction. Mayor Sullivan requested clarification regarding a buffer between the 32 -foot roadway and the trail. Mr. Ahrens responded that a minimum 4 -foot separation is proposed. Mayor Sullivan asked about additional expense, and Mr. Ahrens explained that the acquisition of additional easements will result in additional expense. Council Member Dahl asked if the 4 -foot buffer would allow for adequate snow removal, as well as maintenance of the trail. Mr. Ahrens indicated that snow removal should not be an issue. He added that all trails within walking distance of schools are plowed. Council Member Dahl asked about the area of roadway proposed to be 36 feet in width, and Mr. Ahrens indicated that the parcels in that area are small and residents requested provision of on - street parking. Council Member Bergeson asked about the feasibility of a width greater than 32 feet. Mr. Ahrens explained that 32 feet is adequate and that additional width would not afford any additional benefit but would be more costly. Council Member Bergeson expressed concern that authorized vehicles might not be able to be parked at the side of the roadway while allowing for traffic to pass without crossing over into the oncoming lane. Mr. Ahrens indicated that although technically the 16 -foot allowance should be sufficient, most drivers will allow for additional space in passing a vehicle. Council Member Lyden asked that Mr. Ahrens share statistical information, to which Mr. Ahrens responded referencing a State Aid Standards table recommending a total of 26 feet for roadways such as Ware Road. Mayor Sullivan asked for clarification of the prior discussion prompting the use of this statistical information. Council Member Lyden explained that discussion included the definition of the street in anticipation of 2020 volume and beyond, with the conclusion that the proposed 32 -foot width would be more than adequate. Mayor Sullivan stated that the City's transportation engineer had indicated the narrower the roadway the lesser the speed. Council Member Lyden moved to adopt Resolution No. 98 - 20, as presented. Council Member Neal seconded the motion. Council Member Bergeson stated that he would prefer additional width. Mayor Sullivan expressed concern regarding the acquisition of easements. Mr. Ahrens explained that eminent domain is one possibility, and price negotiation another. Mayor Sullivan indicated 16