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2' of each other; retention of clear zones (e.g. 6' sidewalk with 2' clear zone) for <br /> parking and/or snow plowing purposes. <br /> Additional discussion included testing by staff of current storm sewer capacity in <br /> conjunction with this project now that a realistic alignment had been completed as <br /> part of the preliminary design work; where additional structures and BMP's were <br /> indicated and sizing of pipes to reduce volume and assist pipe capacity through <br /> use of BMP's where applicable. <br /> At the request of Member Stenlund, Ms. Bloom advised that discussion would be <br /> held regarding the potential use of pervious concrete or porous bituminous, use of <br /> infiltration BMP's depending on soil conditions in particular areas; but depending <br /> to a great degree on cost comparisons for that newer technology. <br /> Next, areas of specific and significant concern to members and staff were <br /> discussed for pathways and street and/or driveway crossings; whether some <br /> shrubbery in areas with problem visibility were on private property or on <br /> easements and could be removed to facilitate safety while addressing concerns of <br /> property owners for their existing landscaping; with Chair Vanderwall providing <br /> contact information to staff for School District 623 regarding this project and <br /> school property. <br /> Ms. Giga addressed access to Central Park by the school, with a proposed bus <br /> lane to provide safety and character and remove pedestrians from the street in <br /> front of the school, and for construction of an above-ground infiltration system on <br /> the median; as well as providing an educational opportunity for students on <br /> stormwater management. <br /> Discussion ensued regarding minimum requirements for ADA compliance on new <br /> pathways; crosswalk painting; Buckthorn eradication along the project; areas <br /> needing retaining walls and/or grading in the rights-of-way; extension and/or <br /> relocation of some existing fire hydrants; work with the Parks & Recreation <br /> Department on tree replacement to create character for segments of the sidewalk; <br /> work with Ramsey County for their approval of the final design and any <br /> additional work they may consider or fund as part of this project and as part of <br /> their proposed future projects that could be addressed as part of this municipal <br /> project, recognizing that County Road B-2 is a road within county jurisdiction, <br /> particularly if current traffic counts support restriping the road for a 3-lane versus <br /> 4-lane roadway, allowing for restriping accordingly; and whether or not Ramsey <br /> County will consider a signal at County Road B-2 at Victoria as part of the <br /> upgrades. <br /> Further discussion included areas with existing sediment and sinking issues <br /> specified for replacement where indicated and possible; designs based on grades <br /> and stormwater drainage issues; and overall budget challenges for the project that <br /> was not previously programmed into the City's budget process. <br /> Page 4 of 11 <br />