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Ms. Bloom addressed the Commission's earlier discussion regarding speeds along <br /> this section of roadway, and possible consideration for speed range adjustments, if <br /> requested due to the location of the school; and noted that if a speed study was <br /> conducted, it didn't necessarily mean the mph limit would be reduced, as it was <br /> based on actual average speeds during a certain period. <br /> Chair Vanderwall suggested that staff of both cities see if consideration could be <br /> given, based on a strong neighborhood preference, the location of the school, and <br /> additional pedestrian facilities being planned. <br /> Ms. Bloom reviewed proposed design for both segments (Lexington Avenue to <br /> Chatsworth Street) and Chatsworth to Victoria Streets, with the former segment <br /> showing 2,500 ADT from the last count performed in 2009, and the latter segment <br /> showing 1,400 ADT. Ms. Bloom noted that the existing sidewalk on the <br /> Shoreview side (north) was 5' wide, with a 5' boulevard on that side constructed <br /> in recent years, with crosswalks at school entrances, and a road speed limit <br /> currently at 35 mph, and school zone designated at 30 mph when children are <br /> present. Ms. Bloom advised that there wasn't a strong indication of speeding, <br /> beyond perception, as it fell within the 85 percentile. <br /> Ms. Bloom advised that the proposed street width at reconstruction was 33', with <br /> an on-street shoulder, bike path and parking lane, with a one-lane drive lane in <br /> each direction, and parking maintained on the north side, as preferred by the <br /> neighborhood. Ms. Bloom noted plans suggested parking on both sides of <br /> County Road D where the roadway was wider near the church; and would include <br /> a 6' sidewalk installed on the south side. With the exception of the Lutheran <br /> Church on the east end, and the auto care business on the west end, Ms. Bloom <br /> noted this area was entirely residential; and when the school was given <br /> consideration, it called for a regional pathway, as indicated in the Pathway Master <br /> Plan for facilitate pedestrian traffic and access. <br /> Ms. Bloom noted that there were only two (2) street openings on the south side (at <br /> Churchill and Chatsworth) for only two (2) side streets; however, she noted the <br /> significant need for pedestrian facilities, especially on the south side based on <br /> peak morning traffic volumes. Ms. Bloom advised that this represented a long <br /> expanse, and currently unsafe pedestrian roadway; and no connection for <br /> crosswalks on the south side. Based on those considerations, Ms. Bloom advised <br /> that staff was advocating for installation of the sidewalk on the south side. <br /> However, Ms. Bloom advised that property owners were not supportive of <br /> sidewalk on the south side, generally in agreement that the north sidewalk was <br /> sufficient. Ms. Bloom noted that she anticipated a petition from property owners <br /> asking that the sidewalk not be installed on the south side, rationalizing safety <br /> concerns on their part (e.g. snow removal and backing out from their driveways <br /> across a sidewalk and striking pedestrians), in addition to loss of their yards. At <br /> this point, Ms. Bloom advised that staff was moving forward as proposed, using <br /> Page 8 of 17 <br />