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Mounds View City Council September 23, 2002 Regular Meeting Page 13 Council Member Mart commented that in revious discussions it was stated that Mounds View Y p would be responsible for County Highway 10 up to Edgewood and New Brighton would be paying from Edgewood up to Long Lake Road. He then asked if New Brighton would be doing that. Public Works Director Lee indicated that New Brighton would have no involvement in this project as the pathway is already constructed in New Brighton. Bob Edmund of 7835 Groveland Road recommended Council ask for signs that say "state law stop for pedestrians in crosswalk" in an attempt to draw attention to the crossing areas and slow traffic down. Mayor Sonterre indicated the City has asked the County on other occasions for further crosswalk designations and the County did not see fit to grant the request. Council Member Thomas asked if there is any pull at all with the County to get further signage. Public Works Director Lee indicated he could request signage but indicated the County usually does not provide signage to deal with pedestrian right of ways. Mayor Sonterre indicated he stands there with an orange vest and an orange flag and vehicles do not think about stopping until he is out in the road. He then said that those drivers are not very observant and asked Mounds View and New Brighton Police to be more cognizant of crosswalk issues. Council Member Marty asked if the City puts in a pathway on the south side and on the north side if the County would be more likely to provide further crosswalk markings. Public Works Director Lee indicated he would need to work with Ramsey County to see what, if anything, they would be willing to allow. Council Member Marty indicated he would like increased signage and crosswalks between Edgewood and Silver Lake Road. Mayor Sonterre commented that he has been making calls for two years on this issue but said this is another justification that could be used. Council Member Quick suggested keeping the discussion on pathways for this point of the discussion. Mayor Sonterre commented that the north side is a challenge because of setbacks with fences and garages and shrubbery and the City would be looking at a four (4) foot setback from the street. He then said the numbers provided are based on a 10-foot wide bituminous path and he does not see that as a reality without causing a lot of issues with residents.