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being done in the area. On a related note, Mr. Culver reported that the City Council had elected to bond for funds within that TIF District 17 allowing other projects eligible for funding rather than the District expiring and losing that funding option. Member Cihacek asked if the additional funds could provide an opportunity for furthering the efforts of the Master Pathway Plan in that section. Mr. Culver responded that was a good point and question, noting that sidewalk was already installed adjacent to Walmart, and will be extended as part of any new developments on the north side. However, depending on the boundaries of TIF District 17, Mr. Culver suggested that may provide an opportunity to extend the sidewalk further than anticipated at this time, which he offered to look into. Mr. Culver noted this would allow for linking pathways along Twin Lakes Parkway as part of this project, especially into Langton Lake Park if TIF funding eligible since park expenses are not typically TIF eligible. At the request of Chair Stenlund, Engineer Freihammer reviewed specifics of Pavement Maintenance Program (PMP) projects in more detail. Member Lenz noted the need for better communication by Ramsey County with private citizens in timing their projects. In response, Mr. Culver advised that the County and City attempted to coordinate their projects; however, he also noted the various efforts involved. Mr. Culver noted that the City was not thrilled that Ramsey County's Dale Street project was occurring during the Minnesota State Fair, since it may have full closures at times. With several weddings also scheduled at Central Park during the project, Mr. Culver noted the considerable coordination between Ramsey County and the City of Roseville Parks & Recreation Department to limit impacts to that event, in addition to scheduled events at the Harriet Alexander Nature Center (HANC) during that time as well. Mr. Culver sympathized with the concerns and frustration expressed by Member Lenz, but noted as with many projects it depended somewhat on whether a project was done in-house or by an outside contractor given a window of work and completion date deadlines. Mr. Culver further noted the current busy contractor climate, requiring the need to provide some flexibility to avoid excess costs and allow coordination of work among contractors and subcontractors. Mr. Culver reported that unfortunately it would be a similar situation in 2016 with work on the I -35W and Cleveland Interchange and Twin Lakes Parkway projects, with several contractors working in the same general area, creating ongoing challenges to be monitored and coordinated. Chair Stenlund reminded PWETC members of opportunities for their involvement and leadership in volunteering for various Parks & Recreation Commission projects, encouraging members to help spread the word about citizen involvement in the community. Page 2 of 13