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Ayes—4 Nays— 1 (Quick) Motion carried. E. Resolution No. 5355, Approving/Denying Action for the Pleasant View Drive/TH 10 Signal Survey. Director of Public Works Ulrich stated this discussion was in consideration of Resolution 5355, a resolution approving the construction of a traffic signal at the intersection of Pleasant View Drive, and Ramsey County Road 10. He stated this item was discussed at the last Council meeting, and a survey had been sent out to the residents inquiring if they were in favor of this traffic signal. He stated the results of the survey indicated 29 in favor, and 16 opposed. Director of Public Works Ulrich stated staff had contacted the City Administrator of Spring Lake Park,who indicated the plans had not changed from the previously drawn plans. He stated there was a plan presently before the Council, and described each area, and what it represented. He stated staff had one concern in regard to this proposal, which was the location of the island on Pleasant View Drive, and southbound traffic directed toward the intersection. He stated the concern was in regard to whether or not there was enough room between the north and south or east and west portion of the road, or if the traffic was intended to go around that island. He stated staff would require additional clarification of this matter. Director of Public Works Ulrich stated the funding of this project was approximately 12.5 percent, and it was estimated that it would cost the City of Mounds View approximately $16,500 for their participation in the traffic signal only. He stated there was some right-of-way purchase, and some additional bituminous in the geometry of the intersection and the design. He stated,when he was at the meeting he had indicated if the city of Spring Lake Park wanted this,they should provide for the cost, and if the City of Mounds View should provide for the cost of traffic signal only. Director of Public Works Ulrich stated that this resolution does support and approve the construction of that traffic signal. He stated it also identifies the funding source of Mounds View's MSA account. Council Member Marty stated the survey indicates two to one residents in favor of the traffic signal, and he would base his determination on this information. Mayor Coughlin stated, with respect for the residents input, he lived just one street from the proposed site,he tends to drive to Red Oak Drive when going south on County Road 10, and meets up with the signal at that location in order to access County Road 10.He stated, in recognition of his own nature,he would probably attempt to cut through Pleasant View Drive, a less traveled roadway, in order to speed his travel to County Road 10,if he were heading eastbound on that road. He stated he had significant concerns regarding traffic flow, and the impact to that particular neighborhood, and therefore,would be opposing this measure. He added that he believed there were other options that could be considered,which would accommodate the same resolution of problems. Council Member Stigney stated he believed this would assist in access to County Road 10, and some of the benefit to Mounds View would be in the form of improved access from the Fire Station. He stated some question was raised regarding moving it further to the west,however,he thought it was too close to the other intersection in that area. He stated that he was in favor of the proposal. 21 C:\ADMIN\MINUTES\CC\8-9-99.CC