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Regular City Council Meeting Monday, October 14, 2013 Page 15 Ms. Giga concurred with Mayor Roe that there was no distinction in sidewalks or pathways other than sidewalks were typically constructed of concrete and path- ways of asphalt; however, she noted they were also interchangeable terms at times. Liability Issues Mayor Roe clarified that, except in commercial areas where maintenance was the responsible of business owners, the City was responsible for maintenance in resi- dential areas, with this corridor treated no differently than areas with existing sidewalks. Street Parking on County Road B-2 Mr. Schwartz clarified that the audience was correct in their interpretation that parking was allowed on most segments of County Road B-2, other than closer to Lexington Avenue. Mayor Roe recognized that some driveway parking area may be lost,but noted his observation that he frequently saw people parking across sidewalks, even though it wasn't encouraged. Mr. Schwartz clarified that the City had an ordinance prohibiting parking that blocked pathways, and while it still occurred, it was illegal. Tree Removal Process and How Determined Ms. Giga advised that while some trees had been preliminarily identified for re- moval by the City's Forester, with conversations begun with affected property owners, the Elm tree referenced had been identified and removal of it was trying to be avoided. However, Ms. Giga reiterated that this was part of the final design process, yet to occur, and determination of those trees that were diseased or hav- ing issues. Ms. Giga assured the public and City Council that staff would contin- ue to work with individual property owners on their specific areas of concern. At the request of Mayor Roe, Ms. Giga advised that the cost of replacement trees was paid by the City of Roseville and included in project costs. Hydrant Locations Ms. Giga noted that some hydrants would need to relocated or adjusted outside of the project area. Stormwater Requirements Ms. Giga reiterated that staff would continue to meet with and be available to in- dividual residents to address drainage issues. Snow Removal