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<br /> . ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - JUNE 13, 1994 8 <br /> Malone noted that the first step in the procedure refers to the Minnesota <br /> Traffic Sign Manual. If the situation does not meet the warrants specified in <br /> the manual, MNIDOT will not approve the traffic sign. <br /> Winkel agreed that is correct. If the City would wish to pursue the <br /> issue, the appeal process would be used. <br /> Hicks noted that the Public Works Superintendent decides individual <br /> situations based on the warrants specified in the Minnesota Manual. If the <br /> resident is not satisfied, the Public Work Superintendent's decision can be <br /> appealed to the Public Works/Safety Committee. The Public Works <br /> Superintendent submits to the Committee verification of the warrants and the <br /> reasons for the decision that was made. <br /> Winkel added that if the resident is not satisfied with the Public <br /> Works/Safety Committee decision, the issue would be appealed before the City <br /> CounciL <br /> Hicks noted that the issue is not brought before the Council until an <br /> appeal is made. <br /> . Malone asked if City Attorney Filla has seen the policy. By having <br /> this decision delegated to the Public Works Superintendent and Public <br /> Works/Safety Committee, would the City loses immunity from discretionary <br /> action because the line of responsibility has changed. <br /> Winkel stated that Mr. Filla has not seen the policy. <br /> Person stated that the Public Works Superintendent's decision is very limited <br /> and based on specific rules stated in the manual. <br /> Malone recommended the policy be reviewed by City Attorney Filla <br /> and suggested tabling approval of this policy until the next Council meeting. <br /> Probst accepted Malone's recommendation and agreed to table the <br /> motion. <br /> ADMINISTRATOR COMMENTS <br /> Person stated that a resolution has been submitted for Council review from the City of <br /> Afton. Afton is involved in litigation regarding the Open Meeting Law with the <br /> . League of Minnesota Cities. The League of Minnesota Cities offered additional <br /> coverage for Cities for liability expenses. Afton has requested retroactive costs to be <br /> - ------------------ <br />