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noted there may be unexpected work, even though staff attempted to make those occasions as rare as possible. Chair Stenlund agreed that the City had significantly improved communication efforts, and the perception by residents that any project done within Roseville was a City prof ect. Chair Stenlund thanked City staff for their efforts at informing stakeholders. At the request of Member Wozniak, Mr. Culver advised that Ramsey County was scheduled to perform mill and overlay work on Dale Street from County Road C to Highway 36, probably consisting of two inches of removal and repaving; tentatively scheduled sometime over the summer. Clarifying timing for Member Lenz, Mr. Culver advised that the City of Roseville's one requirement for that timing was that it not be done during Rosefest activities (e.g. parade), and other significant events and/or activities that they are asked to work around if at all possible. Otherwise, Mr. Culver advised that the timing is based on the schedule of their contractors. While recognizing that Dale Street is under Ramsey County jurisdiction, Member Lenz noted that for over twenty-five years, she had serious concerns about that segment of Dale Street between County Road B and Larpenteur Avenue, due to fast traffic, no sidewalk and other safety issues. With efforts by staff in working cooperatively with Ramsey County, outreach to residents, and the desire for a more pedestrian -friendly society, Member Lenz opined that this remains one of the most dangerous roadway segments in Roseville; with Member Wozniak pointing out several areas of concern with the adjacent trail. While she had repeatedly asked in the past, Member Lenz asked that future discussions occur in how best to address those safety concerns with Ramsey County, as well as other safety concerns with County roadways throughout the community. Mr. Culver duly noted this request; and provided examples of where the City of Roseville had served as the lead agency for pathway projects along Ramsey County facilities (e.g. County Road B-2). Mr. Culver noted that there were things that the City can do; however, he further noted that it often came down to funding. Specific to the stretch of Dale Street referenced by Member Lenz, Mr. Culver advised that, due to the considerable grades, that segment was particularly challenging as far as adding anything off-road due to those grade issues. However, as referenced by Member Wozniak, Mr. Culver advised that there were some potential links and staff had looked at alternate routes north to south and remove pedestrian and/or bicycle traffic from Dale Street. However, given the lack of funding or anticipated projects in those areas, Mr. Culver advised that they would mostly likely be long-term plans and required additional discussion and consideration. Chair Stenlund asked staff to provide information to the PWETC on Ramsey County roads scheduled for potential rehabilitation that could serve as some type Page 3 of 19