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2) As discussions surround the Twin Lakes Redevelopment Area, consideration of shared parking in the Metro Transit's park and ride facility as a viable development option; 3) Examination of credits to developers for using permeable parking materials 4) Encourage the Met Council's discussion for the Twin Lakes area and business strategy to encourage development • Include information on salt in staffs communication update(Stenlund) • Staff coordination for remaining members to tour the Eureka facility (Seigler) • Update on the 2014 Public Works work plan (Lenz) • Update on MnDOT and City Projects • 2015 Public Works Work Plan Member Lenz requested an overview of the whole pathway situation for new members from the Public Works perspective Member Gjerdingen requested a review of the current policies in place for public sidewalk maintenance that are publicly posted whether electronic or written and also current laws. This could include a recommendation to the Parks & Recreation Commission and/or City Council if the PWETC found any gaps. Mr. Schwartz suggested bringing staff from the Parks & Recreation Department to talk about their snow removal for trails since they were in charge of that policy; as well as a discussion on commercial code requirements for snow removal; and suggested that be part of a broader snow and ice discussion, along with water line freeze-ups. With new members on the PWETC, Chair Stenlund asked that staff's communication report include information and updates on street sweeping, leaf removal and other standing programs as well as keeping he public alert on the annual work of the Public Works Department. • Community Solar—continued discussion 10. Adjourn Member Cihacek moved, Member Lenz seconded, adjournment of the meeting at approximately 8:42 p.m. Ayes: 7 Nays: 0 Motion carried. Page 16 of 16