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1 APPROVED COUNCIL MINUTES NOVEMBER 25, 2002 include left and right turn lanes on Birch Street as well as a right -turn lane on northbound Hodgson Road onto the Ware Road extension. The County further states that signalization of the intersection as well as construction of a southbound Hodgson Road left turn lane are needed in conjunction with the proposed developments. Anoka County has previously indicated, per a letter dated September 24, 2002, that they are planning to include the Hodgson/Birch Street intersection and Rice Creek Bridge, based on the original 120 -foot design standards, in their next Five Year CIP, pending City consent for the project. However, the timeline for completing the improvements as proposed would probably extend to 2005 or 2006. Community Development Director Grochala advised the anticipated traffic delay is estimated at 30 seconds per vehicle if the development is approved, and based on full site development. Community Development Director Grochala stated the intersection improvements, for the most part, require reconstruction of a left turn lane for southbound Hodgson Road. That would allow traffic to move into a protected bay while allowing through traffic to proceed. Community Development Director Grochala explained that as part of the November 20, 2002 letter, the County submitted a concept plan for interim improvements of both Birch Street and Hodgson Road that addresses both turn lane and signalization issues. It is clear that the cost of design and turn lane construction would need to be borne by the respective developers. However, the letter does indicate that the County may be willing to participate in the cost of the signal construction. As stated in the URS study and TKDA review, installation of the signals and associated turn lanes would alleviate both the existing and post -development traffic concerns at this intersection. Community Development Director Grochala advised that the Spirit Hills developer has indicated his willingness to provide the City with a letter of credit covering the costs of the turn lane construction required for the Spirit Hills site and 50% of the traffic signal costs. Community Development Director Grochala stated a lighting plan has been submitted for review. The ordinance provides for maximum lighting levels of one -foot candle at the street and 0.4 when casting light onto a residential property. Glare can be an issue from fixtures even if foot-candle measurements are met. Because of the proximity to residential uses, the type of fixture will be critical. The ordinance requires that light sources be hooded or controlled. The fixtures proposed are a decorative, round cutoff luminaries that has the option of a solid dome or a glow dome. Staff believes all of the lights should include a solid dome. The submitted plan does show a combination of domes. No specific lighting type has been provided for under the canopy. Lighting under the canopy shall be designed with completely recessed lighting and no lighting on the canopy sides. Community Development Director Grochala advised that the submitted erosion and grading plan is subject to review and approval by the City Engineer. The City Engineer's comments, dated July 3, 2002, have been included for the Council's review. The submitted utility plan is subject to review and approval by the City Engineer and the City Engineer's comments, dated July 3, 2002, were noted. Community Development Director Grochala explained that all standard easements are to be dedicated with the final plat. There is an existing drainage and utility easement that will need to be vacated following completion of grading of the site in conformance with the approved plans. Park dedication 7