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City Council Meeting Minutes July 13, 1999 • Page 8 1 Mr. Hubmer stated the project was expanded to increase the sidewalk corridor and address 2 significant sanitary backup problems within the community. He noted the present sewer line 3 does not accommodate current flow, and a new system may alleviate those problems. 4 Faust stated the issue had been tabled because the Council can not support any course of action at 5 this point. He commended Mr. Hubmer for presenting possible courses of action to the Council. 6 He added that community input is necessary before a decision can be made. He noted the project 7 might save money in the long.run, and the addition of sidewalks is a positive one as it represents 8 a conduit for the community. 9 Marks stated residents are concerned about the high volume and speed of traffic along 29th 10 Avenue. He expressed his approval of the addition of sidewalks which help build community 11 among neighbors. 12 Cavanaugh expressed concern that the Council should not lose sight of the original issue which is 13 the resolution of flooding problems. Ranallo noted the public hearing is scheduled for July 27, 1999 and a notice has been sent. it Morrison stated the Council traditionally plays a passive role in such hearings. Mr. Hubmer 16 added the public hearing will be part of the larger consensus-building process. 17 Ranallo requested that an attendance record be kept at the public hearing so that no residents will 18 be left out of the process. 19 H. Councilmembers. 20 Faust stated the fiscal future policy agenda is being set for the next legislative session. He noted 21 the Councilmembers should consider relevant issues for contribution. He added the bonding 22 session process is beginning in which the City will be involved. 23 Thuesen reported on his attendance at the St. Anthony Shopping Center merchant's monthly 24 meeting at which the center's new owners were discussed. He added the merchants are 25 maintaining an anticipatory attitude as they wait to see what changes will be made. 26 Thuesen stated the shopping center merchants are planning their annual summer carnival to be 27 held August 21, 1999. He added a variety of activities are planned,through which they hope to 28 increase their visibility. 29 Cavanaugh reported on his attendance at a recent Adults and Children Together In Our 30 Neighborhood (ACTION) meeting.