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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - JANUARY 27.1997 3 . There were no further public comments. . . UNFINISHED AND NEW BUSINESS A. Adopt Resolution #97-06, Approving and Plans and Specifications and Ordering the Advertising for Bids, In the Matter of Street Improvements of 1997 Greg Stonehouse, MSA Consulting Engineers, gave a report updating the status of the street improvements of 1997. He stated there are two alternatives for the turn-around at the end of Hamline Avenue, and that Option #2 will be sent out for bid. Either option would require a 30- foot right-of-way from the resident at the end of the street. He also reported that problems could be encountered with any utilities located on the west side of the street. He noted Staff intends to investigate acquiring easements. Mr. Stonehouse advised Staff recommends approval of the plans and specifications and authorizing the advertisement for bids. Mayor Probst inquired if the preference would be for a cul-de-sac at the turn-around. Mr. Stonehouse agreed this was the preference. Mayor Probst inquired if there has been contact with the residents in regard to the easement issue. Mr. Stonehouse indicated there has not been. Mayor Probst inquired regarding the problem with the sewer odor, and where the sewer improvement was planned. Mr. Stonehouse explained the last sanitary sewer manhole would be replaced and realigned so it flows better which should eliminate the odor problem. Mayor Probst inquired regarding the nature of discussions with residents. Mr. Stonehouse indicated the greatest concern was drainage, followed by conservation of trees. Mayor Probst inquired if Hamline Avenue is the only alternate. Mr. Stonehouse replied both Hamline and Snelling Avenues were being considered as alternates. Councilmember Hicks inquired regarding the proposed width of Snelling A venue. Mr. Stonehouse reported it to be approximately 26 feet. Councilmember Hicks inquired if the west side could be moved instead of the east side, in order to conserve the many trees located in that area. Mr. Stonehouse reported most of the widening would be on the west side, and the affected trees could be transplanted. Councilmember Hicks inquired if the manhole reconstruction on Hamline Avenue could be completed independent ofthis plan, He feels this should be done regardless if the rest of the project is completed. Mr. Stonehouse replied that the manhole reconstruction could be done independent ofthe street improvement project.