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COUNCIL MINUTES FEBRUARY 26, 2001 the speed limit be reduced from 50 to 45 miles per hour. If passed, this resolution will be forwarded to Anoka County and the Minnesota Department of Transportation for consideration. City Engineer Powell noted the resolution does include a statement regarding speed limit consistency with the roadway in Shoreview. Acting Mayor Dahl asked if the resolution will lead to a roadway study that may create a higher speed. City Engineer Powell replied the resolution does not request a speed study and staff will make that clear. Council Member Carlson moved to adopt Resolution No. 01— 32, as presented. Council Member Reinert seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Resolution No. 01 — 32 can be found in the City Clerk's office. Resolution No. 01— 30, Receive Petition and Order Preparatio Utility and Street Improvements, (3/5 Vote Required), John advised the City has received a petition from the owners of t This is the property included in the preliminary plat for th dy for the Saddle Club Engineer Powell own on an attached sketch. development. The preliminary plat for the Saddle Club will be con �� s, the Planning and Zoning Board on March 14, 2001. Response to the petition will ins e stu y of the trunk utility extension needed to serve the project. City Engineer Powell noted the developdeposit escrow funds to pay for the study. If the project proceeds the developer will r e'F= ` r to their trunk assessment. Council Member Carlson mov-r a Resolution No. 01 — 30. Council Member Reinert seconded the motion. Council Member Carlson "` ouncil has had discussion regarding the role of City Boards. She stated she does not w ` to ove a project until all City Boards have had a chance to review. The resolution was tabled at the vironmental Board and has not been reviewed by the Planning and Zoning Board. The Planning and Zoning Board will review this item next week. She stated she can't vote to move a project along without allowing the project to go through the entire City process. City Engineer Powell stated the report is not intended to evaluate utilities within the subdivision. The developer has asked for guidance regarding design and utilities. Also, there has been concern with the Old Birch residents relating to utilities. The report is intended to give the developer guidance to provide trunk utility service to the site. Council Member Carlson stated she does not feel that the Council should take action before all the Boards have reviewed the request. She stated she wants the other Boards to make a decision without the Council making a prior decision. 10